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In The Name of Love: 17th Annual Musical Tribute Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Start Date: Sunday 1/20/2019 — End Date: Sunday 1/20/2019 Admission:$25.00 – $60.00 This year’s MLK Musical Tribute will be on Sunday, Jan. 20th, 7pm at the Oakland Scottish Rite Center. The tribute will be entitled “Rhythm and Blues and the Civil Rights Movement” and will feature outstanding vocalists Jeanie Tracy, Kev Choice, Ms. Faye Carol, Terrie Odabi and Alvon Johnson along with a stellar band including Kev Choice on piano, Scott Thompson on bass, Daria Shanai Johnson on drums, and Alvon Johnson on guitar. Also on the program will be the Oakland Interfaith Gospel Choir with Konda Mason, Co-founder and CEO of Impact Hub Oakland, serving as Mistress of Ceremonies. The City of Oakland Humanitarian Award will be presented to an outstanding Oakland citizen working tirelessly to make a difference. Over the past 14 years, Living Jazz has provided FREE music education to Oakland public elementary schools serving high percentages of low-income families (Title One) through the Living Jazz Children’s Project (LJCP). Over 4,500 2-3rd graders have now benefited from LJCP and as a result, have had the life changing opportunity to perform as the opening act at “In the Name of Love”, Oakland’s only non-denominational Musical Tribute honoring Dr. King, one of the many programs Living Jazz has produced since 1984. This year’s goal will be to raise $20,000 to support LJCP. Schools that have benefited from LJCP include Glenview, Carl B. Munk, Cleveland, Fruitvale, Manzanita SEED, Howard, and Garfield elementary. Location: 1547 Lakeside Dr. Oakland Contact: Page Hodel info@livingjazz.org URL: https://www.livingjazz.org/mlktribute/

Martin Rees, Astronomer Royal & Author of On the Future: Prospects for Humanity Start Date: Tuesday 1/15/2019 — End Date: Tuesday 1/15/2019 Admission:General: $15 Members; $25 Non-Members Premium: $40 Are we doing enough to protect our planet? According to world-renowned scientist and Astronomer Royal Martin Rees, humanity has reached a critical moment, and there is no plan B for Earth. With our world changing at a rapid pace, Rees explains why the future of humanity is bound to the future of science. He offers a compelling look at how advancements in biotechnology, robotics and artificial intelligence, if applied wisely, can help address these growing challenges and threats. Location: Oshman Family JCC, 3921 Fabian Way Palo Alto Contact: Georgette Gehue ggehue@commonwealthclub.org URL: https://www.commonwealthclub.org/index.php/events/2019-01-15/martin-rees-prospects-humanity

San Francisco Singles Convention Start Date: Saturday 1/19/2019 — End Date: Saturday 1/19/2019 Admission:20-30 Our annual blockbuster event is at one of San Francisco’s premiere hotels! $20/advance (by Jan 18) or $30/door. Adults of all ages welcome. Please dress in your finest! Saturday, January 19, 2019, 7:30pm-Midnight. 7:30pm – Entertaining Keynote Address with Dr. Ann Schiebert, author of Let’s Make a Contract – Getting Through Unhappy Romantic Relationships. 9pm-Midnight – Dance Party, featuring your favorite Top 40 hits. LOCATION: Westin St Francis Hotel on Union Square, California Ballroom, 2nd Floor, 335 Powell St, between Geary & Post, San Francisco CA 94102. Conveniently located near BART (Powell Station) and MUNI. Low-cost parking available at Ellis/O’Farrell Garage. CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, the world’s largest non-profit singles organization; and by many singles meetups. DISCOUNTS & more parties at www.thepartyhotline.com. •Holiday Mixer, Dec 15, San Anselmo •The Jingle Ball, Dec 22, San Jose •Pre-New Years Eve Dance Extravaganza, Dec 29, Mill Valley •Most Affordable New Years Eve Bash, Dec 31, Walnut Creek •Bay Area’s Largest New Years Eve Party, Dec 31, Santa Clara •Hotel Petaluma Mixer, Jan 6, Petaluma •International Singles Mixer, Jan 13, Cupertino •Commonwealth Club Singles Party, Feb 13, San Francisco Location: 335 Powell St San Francisco Contact: Rich Gosse rich@richgosse.com URL: http://www.thepartyhotline.com

St. Patty’s Day Lunch (Age 50+) Start Date: Friday 3/15/2019 — End Date: Friday 3/15/2019 Admission:Members: $5 Non-Members: $10 Join Santa Rosa Recreation and Parks for a ‘wee-bit’ of lunch to celebrate the Luck of the Irish at the Person Senior Wing (2060 W. College Ave.)! Pre-registration is required. This event is for ages 50+. When 315/19 11:30am-1pm Cost Members: $5 Non-Members: $10 Register Please call (707) 543-3745 Location: 2060 West College Avenue Santa Rosa Contact: Kristi Buffo kbuffo@srcity.org URL: https://srcity.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=917

International Sngles Party Start Date: Sunday 1/13/2019 — End Date: Sunday 1/13/2019 Admission:10 Singles from all over the world, and those who love them, are invited to meet at this fun party in a stylish hotel in the heart of the Silicon Valley! Only $10 at the door includes a Fun Mixer Game, with prizes; accompanied by light food, served at 2pm, as long as it lasts. Adults of all ages welcome. Dress to impress. Sunday, January 13, 2019, 2-4pm. LOCATION: Juniper by Hilton Hotel, Parkview Kitchen & Spirits, 10050 S DeAnza Blvd, Cupertino CA 95014. From Hwy 280 take N DeAnza exit. Free parking. CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, the world’s largest non-profit singles organization; and my many other singles organizations and meetups. MORE PARTIES at www.thepartyhotline.com. •Holiday Mixer, Dec 15, San Anselmo •The Jingle Ball, Dec 22, San Jose •Pre-New Years Eve Dance Extravaganza, Dec 29, Mill Valley •Most Affordable New Years Eve Bash, Dec 31, Walnut Creek •Bay Area’s Largest New Years Eve Party, Dec 31, Santa Clara •Hotel Petaluma Mixer, Jan 6, Petaluma •San Francisco Singles Convention, Jan 19 •Commonwealth Club Singles Party, Feb 13, San Francisco Location: 10050 S DeAnza Blvd Cupertino Contact: Rich Gosse rich@richgosse.com URL: http://www.thepartyhotline.com

Bay Area’s Largest Singles New Years Party Start Date: Monday 12/31/2018 — End Date: Tuesday 1/1/2019 Admission:40-90 Come Celebrate 2019 at the Bay Area’s Largest Singles New Years Eve Bash! There will be good food and drinks, games with prizes, and one of the Bay Area’s hottest DJs playing your favorite dance hits from the 60s,70s, 80s, 90s, and today. Adults of all ages welcome. Monday, Dec 31, 2018, 7:30pm-1am. •Free parking •Complimentary appetizers, party favors, and water •VIP area with VIP seating •Drawings and Raffle Prizes •Complimentary Champagne Toast at Midnight •Live Count Down on Large Screen •Talented Professional Photographers •Coat & Tie/Dressy Attire Required AGENDA: 7:30-9:30pm – Gourmet Buffet and Icebreakers Game 9pm-Midnight – Dance Party, Live Countdown and Champagne Toast Midnight – 1am – More dancing and raffle prize giveaways LOCATION: Biltmore Hotel, 2151 Laurelwood Rd, Santa Clara CA. From Hwy 101 take Montague exit. DEADLINE FOR ADVANCE TICKETS IS DECEMBER 25. We recommend purchasing an advance ticket, as this event is very likely to sell out. •Advance Red Ticket, Dance Party only, 9pm-1am – $40. You don’t have guaranteed seating at tables. You may find a seat without a table. •Advance Gold Ticket, Dance Party only, 9pm-1am – $50. Includes seating at VIP tables. •Advance Dinner & Dance Ticket, 7:30pm-1am. $85 before Dec 25. $90 after Dec 25, if available. OVERNIGHT ROOMS AVAILABLE (does NOT include admission to party) at (408) 988-8411. Use group code: NYEPARTY or Bay Area Singles Events and Travel. CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, the world’s largest non-profit singles organization; Bay Area Singles Events & Travel, SF Bay Area Singles Events, Your Asian Connection, and many other singles organizations and meetups. MORE PARTIES at www.thepartyhotline.com. •Holiday Mixer, Dec 15, San Anselmo •The Jingle Ball, Dec 22, San Jose •Pre-New Years Eve Dance Extravaganza, Dec 29, Mill Valley •Most Affordable New Years Eve Bash, Dec 31, Walnut Creek •Hotel Petaluma Mixer, Jan 6, Petaluma •San Francisco Singles Convention, Jan 19 •Commonwealth Club Singles Party, Feb 13, San Francisco Location: 2151 Laurelwood Rd Santa Clara Contact: Rich Gosse richgosse@richgosse.com URL: http://www.thepartyhotline.com

Hotel Petaluma Singles Party at The Shuckery Start Date: Sunday 1/6/2019 — End Date: Sunday 1/6/2019 Admission:10 Start off the new year with a bang at this fun party! Only $10 at the door includes a FUN Mixer Game, that makes it EASY to meet new friends; accompanied by light appetizers, served at 4pm, as long as they last. Dress to impress. Adults of all ages welcome. Sunday, Jan 6, 2019, 4-6pm. LOCATION: Hotel Petaluma, The Shuckery Restaurant, 205 Kentucky St, Downtown Petaluma CA 94952. From Hwy 101 take E Washington exit west. Free parking nearby. CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, the world’s largest non-profit singles organization; Singles2Couples; and by many singles meetups. MORE PARTIES at www.thepartyhotline.com. •The Cougar Ball, Dec 8, Walnut Creek •Holiday Mixer, Dec 15, San Anselmo •The Jingle Ball, Dec 22, San Jose •Pre-New Years Eve Dance Extravaganza, Dec 29, Mill Valley •Most Affordable New Years Eve Bash, Dec 31, Walnut Creek •Bay Area’s Largest New Years Eve Party, Dec 31, Santa Clara •International Singles Mixer, Jan 13, Cupertino •San Francisco Singles Convention, Jan 19 Location: 100 Washington St Petaluma CA Contact: Rich Gosse rich@richgosse.com URL: http://www.thepartyhotline.com

Arbor Day Tree Planting Party Start Date: Saturday 3/9/2019 — End Date: Saturday 3/9/2019 Admission:Free Come celebrate Arbor Day and plant trees in and around Mesquite Park or Northwest Community Park. Learn about trees and why they are good for our urban and natural environments. After the tree planting, cake will be served to honor Luther Burbank’s birthday. This free family-friendly event is held rain or shine — trees like the rain! WHEN March 9th, 9am-12pm WHERE Mesquite Park 2250 Mesquite Drive, Santa Rosa Northwest Community Park 2880 W. Steele Lane, Santa Rosa -Supplies such as tools and gloves will be provided -Water and granola bars will be available -Children are welcome but must have adult supervision For more info and to sign up visit https://www.facebook.com/events/355329365218430/ Location: 2250 Mesquite Drive Santa Rosa Contact: Jeffrey Tibbetts volunteer@srcity.org URL: https://www.facebook.com/events/355329365218430/

MLK Day of Service – Volunteer Opportunity Start Date: Monday 1/21/2019 — End Date: Monday 1/21/2019 Admission:Free Join us for a day on, not a day off! Each year on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, volunteers across the nation donate their time and energy towards helping others and strengthening their local communities. Santa Rosa Recreation & Parks is hosting a clean-up at MLK Park (1208 Hendley St.) 10am-1pm, where volunteers can help beautify this neighborhood park through tasks such as litter pick-up, spreading mulch, weeding and more. Tools and light refreshments will be provided. Bring your family and friends – we’ll see you there! Sign up here: https://srcity.volunteerhub.com/event/index/7341537 Note: this event will be held rain or shine! Location: 1208 Hendley St. Santa Rosa Contact: Jeffrey Tibbetts volunteer@srcity.org URL: https://srcity.volunteerhub.com/event/index/7341537

The Big Fat Year End Comedy Show Start Date: Thursday 1/3/2019 — End Date: Thursday 1/3/2019 Admission:$28 Advance / $35 Day of Show Pucker up and kiss 2018 goodbye on Thursday, January 3rd, when political satirist Will Durst brings his irreverent tribe of merry pranksters back to the Rhythmix stage. Bay area favorite Johnny Steele along with Debi Durst, Michael Bossier, Mari Magaloni, and Arthur Gaus join Will for a hilarious evening of stand-up comedy, improvisation, and sketches riffing through the major news stories of 2018. The troupe vows to lampoon, satirize, mock, scoff, scorn, taunt, tease, rib and ridicule the people and events of the past year and do it with a modicum of taste. Presenting “comedy for people who read, or know someone who does,” Will makes a point of puncturing the pomposity of sacred cows on both sides of the aisle. A five-time Emmy nominee and a regular commentator for audible.com, CNN, and NPR, Will is as current as today’s headlines, as accurate as a sharpshooter, and in the words of the New York Times, “quite possibly the best political satirist working in the country today.” The annual Big Fat Year End Kiss Off Comedy Show features an uproarious collection of riotous skits, songs, sketches, and stand- up, all based on the wacky events that made up 2018. Some calendars are less conducive as subjects of humourosity, but this one gave us Megyn Kelly, Brexit, the Zika virus and bad hombres grabbing nasty women. Lush like a tropical rain forest… Location: 2513 Blanding Ave Alameda Contact: Tina Blaine info@rhythmix.org URL: https://www.rhythmix.org/events/big-fat-year-end-comedy-2019