Upcoming Vallejo Events — Loma Vista Farm Harvest Festival

VALLEJO — Visit a country farm without leaving the city at the annual Loma Vista Farm Harvest Festival on Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Bring your family to feed and pet real farm animals, and meet the farm’s caretakers, volunteers and board members. The farm’s country store, pumpkin patch and greenhouse will be open, and lots of fun activities are planned to entertain kids of all ages. Admission is free and Halloween costumes are encouraged. 

Loma Vista Farm is a five-acre outdoor classroom in North Vallejo that provides children with hands-on educational activities with plants and animals. Contact Farmer Rita to schedule a field trip. The farm’s pumpkin patch will be open Monday through Friday during October from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

On Friday evening, take your family out for some splashy Halloween fun under the stars at the Cunningham Aquatic Complex Floating Pumpkin Patch event. Jump into a heated pool, pick out your own pumpkin, and enjoy a festive evening filled with games and laughter. 

For more Halloween fun, attend Vallejo's Drag Brunch Spooky Edition at Bambino's on Sunday. Hosted by the incredible Sadie C. Sparkles and MissCherrylane, it’s a chance to embrace the vibrant spirit of the LGBTQ+ community and enjoy a brunch experience like no other. 

Live music highlights this weekend include the rap group FULLY LOADED at Noble Cinema Studios stage on Saturday afternoon, and on Saturday night, Vallejo’s own Blue Cinema will bring their fusion of rock and modal jazz to 4th Corner Speakeasy. Check here for a broad list of upcoming musical happenings.

Some lively events are happening in Benicia this weekend.

The Benicia Theatre Group will open the comic play “Run for Your Wife” at the Historic BDES Hall on Friday night. This classic British farce by Ray Cooney tells the story of a cab driver who lives a double life, complete with two different wives. He manages to juggle them both without arousing suspicion until an unforeseen circumstance forces him to explain things to both of his wives and the police all at once. “Run for Your Wife” contains adult humor, so leave the kids at home for this one. The play will run Friday and Saturday nights with a Sunday matinee through Nov. 8.

Arts Benicia’s annual gala, A Night In Venice, will be held at the Benicia Clock Tower on Friday. Get ready for an unforgettable evening filled with live and silent auctions, funky music by local DJ Choc Z, and photo experiences on-site with Michael Van Auken to capture the memories. Formal wear, costumes, vintage garments, and masks are encouraged but optional for this festive, Venice-themed event. Delicious Italian food will be provided by local Restaurant Bella Siena, with moonshine tastings by SIPS, and bar service throughout the night by the Rellik Tavern. Proceeds help this community based non-profit produce exhibitions, educational programs, and classes that support artists and engage the broader community.

Then on Saturday afternoon, hundreds of witches and warlocks will stroll Benicia's downtown and waterfront at the Witching Wine Walk. Sample up to 15 tastes of wine at over 30 participating downtown businesses and munch on tasty bites at select locations. Must be 21 and over to attend. There will be complimentary non-alcoholic beverages and gifts for designated drivers accompanying a paid ticket holder. Costumes are welcome but not required. All proceeds will benefit Benicia Main Street, a 501 c 3 organization that supports downtown Benicia’s small businesses.

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. 

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Wednesday, October 14

Social Workers at the Library

Social workers are available every Wednesday to support patrons with information and guidance on resources like mental health, alcohol and drug, health and medical, shelter/housing, food/CalFresh and employment services. This is a drop-in event; registration is not required.

• Wed, 1 to 6 p.m.
• American Canyon Library
• 300 Crawford Way, American Canyon

The Makerspace: Open Use

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

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

Homework Help Center

Students are seen on a first-come, first-served basis, with time slots based on demand but at least 30 minutes long. Ages 9 and under must have an adult present in the library.

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

Loteria Night!

Come play Lotería (Mexican bingo) at the library! Everyone is invited to this family-friendly event. Español/bilingual.

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

Alibi LGBTQ+ October Book Club: "The Passion" by Jeanette Winterson

Join Alibi Bookshop’s LGBTQ+ Book Club for a discussion of Jeanette Winterson’s classic “The Passion,” hosted by Richard May. Set during the Napoleonic Wars, the novel intertwines the destinies of Henri, a French soldier who follows Napoleon from glory to Russian ruin, and Villanelle, the red-haired, web-footed daughter of a Venetian boatman, as Winterson blends reality with fantasy and dream.

• Wed, 5:30 p.m.
• Anchor Pantry
• 620 Marin St., Vallejo

Halloween Bike Ride

Come out for a spooky evening ride through Benicia! Riders start at Alvarez Park on Ninth Street at 6 p.m., search for goblins and ghouls on easy, mostly flat streets and end up at Pizza Pirate. The pace is easy and kid-friendly. Bring your bike lights and helmets, decorate your bikes and come on out!

• Wed, 6 to 8 p.m.
• Alvarez Ninth Street Park
• 904 W 9th St., Benicia

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

Besom Buddies Broom Makers

Each month, this group gathers to transform humble materials into beautifully crafted brooms. No prior experience is needed; makers range from first-time crafters to seasoned hands, all creating functional art that’s too pretty to hide in the closet.

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

Mankind Men's Circle

Healing the masculine collectively by sharing our stories, holding space, growing together and embodying meaningful change.

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

Chris James and Patrick Rynn

Chris James and Patrick Rynn, musical partners since 1990, play traditional electric Chicago blues, with James on guitar and vocals and Rynn on bass. Dinner and drinks are available at the Marquee Club before the show.

• Wed, 6:30 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. Sign-up is first come, first served, with three songs or 15 minutes per performer.

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

Thursday, October 15

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

Benicia Certified Farmer's Market

Explore fresh produce, specialty foods, food trucks, wellness products and unique crafts, plus plenty of activities. Connect with local farmers, artisans and your community while soaking in the waterfront atmosphere.

• Thu, 4 to 7 p.m.
• Downtown Benicia
• First Street, Benicia

The Healing Plate

The Healing Plate is a free, medically tailored group cooking class offered through Touro University California and its Student Run Free Clinic. Sessions are led by a medical provider and medical students, and participants learn to better manage chronic conditions such as diabetes or high cholesterol using food as medicine, cooking each week and enjoying a meal together. Participants must sign up ahead of time at tucstudentrunfreeclinic@touro.edu.

• Thu, 5 to 7:30 p.m.
• Norman C King Community Center
• 545 Magazine St., 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 timely issues shaping public health and health disparities. This week, Cutcha Risling Baldy, Ph.D., presents “Native Communities, History, and Economic Well-Being,” a historical look at the economic and social conditions that have shaped the health of Native communities, including the continuing influence of policy, land, education and community resources. Lectures are free and open to the public. Light refreshments are provided, and registration is required. Remote Zoom option available.

• Thu, 5 to 7 p.m.
• Touro University and Zoom
• Thu, 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Mocktails & Vibrations

This wellness experience is designed to help you exhale, reconnect and feel supported in community, with mood-based herbal wellness sips, a soothing sound bath, intentional community connection and gentle nervous-system regulation. Open to everyone, including mothers, entrepreneurs, creatives, healers and community members ready to slow down and be held for a moment.

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

Adult Craft Club

This monthly painting and drawing night meets on the third Thursday of each month. Materials are provided for watercolor and acrylic painting, coloring and drawing, and participants are welcome to bring other projects they’re working on, even if they don’t involve painting or drawing.

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

JT & The Oh Jeez

The 3rd Thursday tradition continues! Jeff Tamelier assembles an all-star cast.

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

Interdependence Sangha

Vallejo friends, please join us for Interdependence Sangha, a peer-led meditation, dharma and sangha group. With gratitude for the teachings of Larry Yang and other EBMC dharma teachers, the group reads from his book “Awakening Together” and similar teachings to create beloved community close to home.

• Thu, 7 to 8 p.m.
• Autonomous Gallery
• 419 Georgia St., Suite 8, Vallejo

Alibi Bookshop's Memoir Book Club: "Behind the Desk at the Main"

Banned Books Week was Oct. 4-10, but Alibi Bookshop is continuing the observance with a discussion of “Behind the Desk at the Main: A Librarian’s Memoir” by local author and icon Dorothy Lazard, who knows all too well about banned books. Lazard takes readers through the day-to-day life of library work with love, wit and candor, revealing the pressures library workers face, from economic crises to book bans and political upheaval.

• Thu, 7 p.m.
• Anchor Pantry
• 620 Marin St., Vallejo

Jazz Jam at the Marquee

Thursday Jazz Night at the Empress Marquee Club is led by Erik von Buchau on vibes and vocals, with featured artists and special guests changing weekly. This week features Spencer Allen on the Hammond B3 and Mike Spencer on drums. Dinner and drinks start at 5:30 p.m. and music runs from 7 to 9 p.m., after which the room opens up for a jam that’s free for musicians who want to sit in.

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

Gain Speaking Confidence with Mare Island Toastmasters

Get tips on public speaking skills at this meeting of Mare Island Toastmasters. For 100 years, Toastmasters International members have been learning to express themselves better through practice and evaluation in a fun club environment.

• Thu, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• Virtual

Friday, October 16

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 jaunt, every Friday. Level: moderate, with about 300 feet of elevation. Leashed dogs allowed.

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

Napa River Cruise

River Dolphin and Myrna Hayes invite you on a fall fundraiser boat trip for the Mare Island Heritage Trust, with traditional snacks and refreshments, and you’ll still have your whole evening free. Tickets are $60 per person; call Dolphin Charters at 510-527-9622 to reserve. Questions? Call 707-656-7852.

• Fri, 3 to 6 p.m.
• Vallejo Municipal Marina
• 42 Harbor Way, Vallejo

A Night In Venice: Arts Benicia Annual Gala 2026

A Night in Venice, the Arts Benicia Annual Gala, features live and silent auctions, funky music by local DJ Choc Z and on-site photo experiences with Michael Van Auken. Formal wear, costumes, vintage garments and masks are encouraged but optional for this Venice-themed event. Italian food will be provided by Bella Siena, with moonshine tastings by SIPS and bar service by the Rellik Tavern.

• Fri, 6 to 9 p.m.
• Benicia Clock Tower
• 1189 Washington St., Benicia

Floating Pumpkin Patch

Jump into the heated pool at GVRD’s Nighttime Floating Pumpkin Patch, pick out your very own pumpkin and enjoy an evening of games and Halloween fun under the stars.

• Fri, 6 to 8:30 p.m.
• Cunningham Aquatic Complex
• 801 Heartwood Ave., Vallejo

Community Game Night

Bring your favorite games and snacks and join us for community game night! Board games, card games, and role-playing games all welcome!

• Fri, 6 to 9 p.m.
• Autonomous Gallery
• 419 Georgia St., Suite 8, Vallejo

Live Music Friday with Nathan X Moody

Bay Area multi-instrumentalist Nathan X “Moody” Moody plays funk, soul, rock ’n’ roll, pop, jazz, blues and everything in between, with a love for the groove and putting people in the mood.

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

Pardon The Interruption

Roaring out of the foggy hills of Sonoma, these new wave/prog-pop troubadours bring a fun set, like the perfect pepperoni pizza.

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

Charged Particles plays funky Latin jazz at the Benicia Library!

Enjoy the funky Latin jazz of Charged Particles in the Fireside Room at the Benicia Library! The Ventura County Reporter called the group “tight, sophisticated, and playful,” adding that “a good time was definitely had by all.”

• Fri, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
• Benicia Public Library
• 150 E L St., Benicia

Dwain's 60th Birthday Celebration

Help celebrate Dwain’s60thbirthday with Dwain’s awesome BBQ, and dance the night away with ACA DACA at Gentleman Jim’s!

• Fri, 7 p.m.
• Gentleman Jim's
• 1324 Lincoln Rd. E, Vallejo

Run for Your Wife

Cab driver John Smith literally has two lives, complete with two wives, Mary and Barbara, and juggles them without arousing suspicion until a mugging lands him in the hospital with the wrong wife by his side. Now he has to explain things to both wives and the police all at once.

• Fri, 8 to 10 p.m.
• Historic BDES Hall
• 140 West J St., Benicia

Little Shop of Horrors The Broadway Musical

The cult-classic musical “Little Shop of Horrors” comes to Bay Area Stage Theatre. Meet Seymour, Audrey and the most outrageous plant ever to take over a stage in a show packed with unforgettable songs, dark comedy, romance and thrills.

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

Saturday, October 17

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

Shopfora great selection of California-grown greens, fruits and veggies, plus specialty booths with baked goods, tamales and food trucks at down-to-earth prices. Sometimes you can find local honey, homemade soap and other goodies.

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

Community Coffee Tasting

Sample coffee from around the world, browse crafts and confections by local vendors or enjoy made-to-order crêpes while listening to live music.

• Sat, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Moschetti Coffee Roaster
• 11 6th St., Vallejo

Teen Advisory Board Meeting

Teens ages 13-17can join the JFK Library’s Teen Advisory Board to have an impact in their community while earning service hours. Hang out with other teens, bring your ideas and help plan and promote teen events. Any teen can attend with a guardian’s signature; print the Teen Volunteer form and bring it with you: https://solanolibrary.com/services/volunteer-2

• Sat, 10 a.m. to noon
• Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
• 505 Santa Clara St., Vallejo

Loma Vista Farm Harvest Festival

Fun activities for kids and adults include face painting, crafts, a pumpkin patch, plants for sale, snow cones and more. Feed and pet real farm animals and meet the farm’s caretakers, volunteers and board members. Free admission; costumes encouraged. The pumpkin patch is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in October. To schedule a farm field trip, contact Farmer Rita atrleroy@vcusd.org.

• Sat, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Loma Vista Farm
• 150 Rainier Ave., Vallejo

No Kings: Vote Early

This special edition of Stand Up for Democracy shifts the group’s collective presence into active voter mobilization, bringing the Vallejo and Benicia community together to encourage early voting, help neighbors make a concrete plan to cast their ballots and provide nonpartisan resources to understand their choices. Organizers ask all participants to commit to nonviolent action, de-escalate any potential confrontation and act lawfully. Weapons of any kind, including those legally permitted, should not be brought.

• Sat, 11 a.m. to noon
• Plaza Drive
• Admiral Callaghan Lane & Plaza Drive, Vallejo

Walk It Shop It | Crockett, CA

Once a month, Crockett’s sidewalks transform into an open-air marketplace where vintage dealers, artists, makers and independent shop owners come together for an afternoon of discovery. Pick up a raffle map, explore the historic town collecting signatures along the way, and complete the map to enter a town-wide raffle featuring gifts and merchandise donated by every participating shop. Free and kid-friendly.

• Sat, noon to 5 p.m.
• Monarch Store
• 1308 Pomona St., Crockett

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

Witching Wine Walk

Benicia’s biggest wine walk of the year brings hundreds of witches and warlocks by land and sea to stroll the historic downtown and scenic waterfront, sip wine and shop at more than 30 participating shops, salons and galleries. Costumes are welcome but not required.

Admission includes up to 15 wine tastes at participating downtown businesses, bites at select locations and a souvenir wine glass. Must be 21 or older to attend. Designated drivers accompanying a paid ticket holder receive complimentary nonalcoholic beverages and gifts. Proceeds benefit Benicia Main Street, a 501(c)(3) organization supporting downtown Benicia small businesses.

• Sat, 1 to 5 p.m.
• Downtown Benicia
• First Street, Benicia

Fully Loaded Live from Noble Cinema Studios for Respect the Legends

Legendary rap group Fully Loaded invades the Noble Cinema Studios stage for an epic night of music for Respect The Legends! Don Toriano's official birthday celebration with special guests

• Sat, 1 to 4 p.m.
• Noble Cinema Studios
• 1509 Solano Ave., Vallejo

3day Weekend

Get ready to groove to 3day Weekend’s selection of Motown, R&B, classic rock and funk hits while sipping award-winning wines and enjoying the scenery. Food is from Lasagna con Amore, where Chef Massimo and his wife Sonia serve lasagna Bolognese, lasagna pesto, Italian meatballs in marinara sauce, caprese salad and Italian desserts.

• Sat, 1 to 4 p.m.
• Vino Godfather
• 1005 Walnut Ave., #500, Vallejo

Chris Murphy

Internationally renowned violinist Chris Murphy transports us through time and space!

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

Tabletop Gaming Club

Please join us at the American Canyon library for our tabletop gaming club where members of the community can play a wide array of tabletop games with other enthusiasts.

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

Live Music Saturday with Joyce Grant and Company

Vallejo singer Joyce Grant, lead vocalist for the Walnut Creek Jazz Band, returns to the Ferry Taproom with her powerful mix of jazz, blues and R&B and her sensitive and powerful vocal interpretations.

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

Lady Bianca

Lady Bianca is an electric and soulful singer who has toured and recorded with Sly Stone, Frank Zappa, Van Morrison, John Lee Hooker, Merle Haggard and more, and has earned three Grammy nominations of her own.

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

Blue Cinema: A Rockin' Fusion of Rock & Modal Jazz

Blue Cinema serves up a rockin’ fusion of rock and modal jazz. Come on down to Feed Your Head, and be there or be square! Earl’s BBQ dinner is available, and doors open at 6:30 p.m.

• Sat, 7 p.m.
• 4th Corner Speakeasy @ Red Mens Hall
• 431 Georgia St., Vallejo

Step Into Wonder – After Dark Costume Party

As the sun goes down, Wonder transforms. Come dressed to glow, shimmer, sparkle or surprise and step into the galleries under ultraviolet light, where fluorescent colors come alive and music fills the space. Paint under black lights, dance, create, explore and meet new people, and add to the collaborative artwork as everything created throughout Step Into Wonder glows in an entirely new way. No artistic experience or elaborate costume needed. Ages 18+; costumes encouraged.

• Sat, 7 to 11 p.m.
• Mare Island Art Studios
• 110 Pintado St., Vallejo

Run for Your Wife

Cab driver John Smith literally has two lives, complete with two wives, Mary and Barbara, and juggles them without arousing suspicion until a mugging lands him in the hospital with the wrong wife by his side. Now he has to explain things to both wives and the police all at once. Contains adult humor.

• Sat, 8 to 10 p.m.
• Historic BDES Hall
• 140 West J St., Benicia

Little Shop of Horrors The Broadway Musical

The cult-classic musical “Little Shop of Horrors” comes to Bay Area Stage Theatre. Meet Seymour, Audrey and the most outrageous plant ever to take over a stage in a show packed with unforgettable songs, dark comedy, romance and thrills.

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

Brass Transit

Brass Transit’s eight award-winning musicians are devoted to the music of Chicago, performing the band’s songbook, including “Saturday in the Park,” “25 or 6 to 4,” “If You Leave Me Now” and “You’re the Inspiration,” with meticulous attention to detail. Make a night of it: Begin with food and drinks at the Marquee Club, then move next door to the historic Empress Theatre for the performance.

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

Fiji Night

Exotic dancers. The Baddies coming out to play! Music by DJ TayBottlez

• Sat, 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.
• Chris' Club
• 656 Benicia Rd., Vallejo

Sunday, October 18

Vallejo's Drag Brunch @ Bambino's Spooky Edition

Get spooky and celebrate Halloween at Vallejo’s Drag Brunch! This special Halloween edition is hosted by Sadie C. Sparkles and MissCherrylane, embracing the vibrant spirit of the LGBTQ+ community and bringing drag and queer culture to Vallejo.

• Sun, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Bambino's
• 301 Georgia St. #122, 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

Step Into Wonder – The Letting Go Art Experience

Wonder Sundays are free, all-ages afternoons inside Step Into Wonder: The Letting Go Art Experience, an immersive, evolving world of glowing sculpture, music, creative play and collaborative art. Explore the installations, respond to creative prompts and add your own marks to the gallery; visitors contribute something new each Sunday, so the space grows and transforms throughout the month. No artistic experience is needed. Come as you are and stay as long as you like.

• Sun, noon to 4 p.m.
• Mare Island Art Studios
• 110 Pintado St., 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 free men’s and women’s clothing, coats, hygiene products and groceries. Love in Action happens every first and third Sunday. No family left behind!

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

Smooth Jazz Alley

Smooth Jazz Alley, a contemporary jazz group from the San Francisco Bay Area, plays a signature blend of jazz, R&B, soul and funk. The trio features keyboardist Marco Montoya, drummer Kevin Lewis and saxophonist Otoe Mori.

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

Run for Your Wife

Cab driver John Smith literally has two lives, complete with two wives, Mary and Barbara, and juggles them without arousing suspicion until a mugging lands him in the hospital with the wrong wife by his side. Now he has to explain things to both wives and the police all at once. Contains adult humor.

• Sun, 2 to 4 p.m.
• Historic BDES Hall
• 140 West J St., Benicia

Katie Knipp Band

Katie Knipp is a Billboard-charting blues and Americana artist and two-time SAMMIE Award winner for best blues artist.

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

Little Shop of Horrors The Broadway Musical

The cult-classic musical “Little Shop of Horrors” comes to Bay Area Stage Theatre. Meet Seymour, Audrey and the most outrageous plant ever to take over a stage in a show packed with unforgettable songs, dark comedy, romance and thrills.

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

Salsa & Bachata Class

Join H Lounge Bar every Sunday for salsa and bachata lessons by the Cuban Rhythm and Rumba dance instructors. Beginner friendly! The dance class ticket includes admission to the Rumba Sundays party at 9 p.m. 21+ event.

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

Rumba Sunday's

Latin music party every Sunday at H Lounge Bar! Fiesta Latina todos los domingos. DJ Mobeezy and guest DJs bring the best top Latin hits, salsa, bachata, reggaeton, hip-hop y más. Salsa and bachata lessons by Cuban Rhythm and Rumba Dance Studio run from 8 to 9 p.m. before the party, and the class includes free entry.

• Sun, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
• H Lounge
• 472 Benicia Rd., Vallejo

Monday, October 19

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

Shut Up and Write

Benicia Literary Arts hosts an evening of focused writing time at the Benicia Library for all genres and experience levels. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and quiet writing begins at 6:45 p.m. At 8:15 p.m., the group wraps up to get to know each other and share challenges and successes as writers. There’s no obligation to share your work, and breaks are welcome as needed.

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

Tuesday, October 20

Baby Bounce

Just for babies and their grown-ups! Baby storytime offers meaningful one-on-one time between baby and caregiver, with songs, rhymes, a book or two and developmentally appropriate activities for children from birth until they start walking. Stay afterward to play with your baby or talk with other caregivers. Geared toward ages 0-2.

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

Preschool Storytime

We shares tories, 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 play group to build friendships and community. Open play repeats almost every Tuesday morning. Adult supervision is required.

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

Uncovered Collage

Uncovered Collage is an adults-only collage-making experience using an intentionally provocative collection of source materials, including vintage erotica, nude imagery, adult magazines, photographs, advertisementsandother found materials. All materials are provided and no art experience is necessary. Cut, tear, layer and rearrange to explore the body, desire, humor, intimacy and identity without worrying about making “appropriate” art. 18+ only.

• Tue, 6 to 9 p.m.
• Autonomous Gallery
• 419 Georgia St., Suite 8, Vallejo

Cornhole Fun Nights at Vallejo

All are welcome to play, frombeginnersto regulars, and training is available for new players. Check-in is at 6 p.m. and games start at 6:30 p.m. No burner accounts. 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