Upcoming Vallejo Events — Funk party at the historic Odd Fellows Hall

VALLEJO —  This Friday night will be funky, when Lazwell & Starchild Jr. groove out at the downtown Vallejo Odd Fellows Hall.

Update - this event has been canceled.

Lantz Lazwell toured with George Clinton & the P-Funk All-Stars, and Starchild Jr. is the son of P-Funk’s guitarist/vocalist Garry Shider. The two carry the torch of the P-Funk legacy and deliver a performance steeped in deep grooves, wild energy, and cosmic soul.

This month’s Indie After Dark series at the Empress Lounge features Meli Levi and Kristen Ford on Thursday evening. Levi’s emotive vocals, layered arrangements, and evocative storytelling combined with Ford’s high-energy, innovative sound will make this a prime attraction for lovers of authentic indie music.

Papa Joe & The New Deal will hit you with soul, R&B, reggae, old school funk and Latin rock on Saturday afternoon at Vino Godfather, and the Byran Girard Jazz Trio will play a dinnertime set at Manny's Steakhouse on the Vallejo waterfront on Saturday.

Easter is this Sunday, and what kid doesn't love an egg hunt?

The Vallejo Springstowne Library is hosting an egg hunt and wind up toy race on Wednesday afternoon.

Then on Saturday, Twitch's Egg-Stravaganza comes to Children’s Wonderland Park. Two morning sessions will offer egg hunts, photo ops with Twitch the Easter Bunny, games and music.

On the other side of town, a No-Plastic Egg Hunt will be held midday at the St. Vincent's Hill Community Garden. Kids can hunt for colorful eco-eggs and be whisked away by the Frotello Marionettes puppet show. Free food and live music will round out the event.

Cunningham Pool will celebrate recent upgrades with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday afternoon. Upgrades to the facility include enhancements to the registration office, new ADA-compliant restrooms and showers, and the addition of a children’s pool. Guests will enjoy complimentary snacks, and giveaways. The first 50 attendees will receive a free recreational swim pass, valid for one entry during the 2025 summer season.

Now is the time to plant your garden. Pick up free plants, cuttings, and seeds, or trade your extras at the Mira Theatre’s plant swap on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Master gardeners will be on hand to share expert tips.

Vallejo Together will raise funds to support our unhoused neighbors with a Spring Paint Party at the Vallejo Moose Lodge on Friday evening. Sip wine and create your own spring-themed painting. The $50 ticket includes painting instructions, painting supplies, appetizers, one glass of wine and one raffle ticket.

These are just some highlights of upcoming events. Scroll down the list below for more events and activities, and be sure to check our events page for late-breaking updates.

Wednesday, April 16 s

Egg Hunt and Wind Up Toy Race

Come and explore the library to find these treasures, where you can claim your prize once you find three eggs. And while you're here, join in on the wind-up toy race. Who's going to come in first?!

• Wed, 2 to 3:30 p.m.
• Vallejo Springstowne Library
• 1003 Oakwood Ave., 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 or come in-person at 9am or call (866) 572-7587 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 Street, 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

Carmen Ratti & Jill Dineen

The Carmen Ratti Band featuring Jill Dineen is steadily earning its way as one of Northern California's most sought-after blues bands, and straight into the hearts of blues fans everywhere.

• 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, April 17

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 Street, Vallejo

Cunningham Aquatic Center Ribbon Cutting

This ribbon cutting marks the completion of phase two with significant improvements to the Aquatic Complex. These upgrades include enhancements to the registration office, new ADA-compliant restrooms and showers, and the addition of gender-neutral restrooms on the pool deck, and the addition of a children’s pool. Guests will enjoy complimentary snacks, giveaways, and an opportunity to tour the newly updated facilities. The first 50 attendees will receive a free recreational swim pass, valid for one entry during the 2025 summer season.

• Thu, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
• Cunningham Pool
• 801 Heartwood Ave., Vallejo

Through the Veil Thursdays - An Exploration of Metaphysical Arts

Through the Veil Thursdays is a weekly exploration of the metaphysical arts. Join us every Thursday at the Integrity Space with a rotating cast of facilitators focusing on a variety of intuitive arts over a hot cup of tea or coffee. 3rd Thursday is Intuitive Mind with Guillermo.

• Thu, 6 to 9 p.m.
• 717 Integrity Project
• 717 Marin St, Vallejo

Meli Levi & Kristen Ford

Two Groundbreaking Artists, One Unforgettable Night of Indie Music & Community. Indie After Dark is bringing together two of the most compelling indie voices for a night of electrifying live music that celebrates self-expression, resilience, and the power of music to unite us all. Meli Levi’ is known for signature emotive vocals, layered arrangements, and evocative storytelling and Kristen Ford has been making waves with her innovative sound. An Indie After Dark event.

• Thu, 7 to 9 p.m.
• Empress Lounge
• 324 Virginia St, Vallejo

Attend Toastmasters to Share Speaking Tips

Join us on Thursdays at 7:30pm pacific time to learn tips on how to improve your communication skills. Msg us at jasga9@aol.com Subject Mare Island Toastmaster meeting

for the zoom link

• Thu, 7:30 p.m. to ?
• online
• 975 Sereno Dr, Vallejo

Friday, April 18

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 Street, Vallejo

Spring Paint Party

Help Vallejo Together support our unhoused neighbors! Everyone is welcome. Prizes, music & no host bar. Ticket includes: painting instructions, materials/supplies, appetizers, one glass of wine and one raffle ticket.

• Fri, 6 to 9 p.m.
• Vallejo Moose Lodge
• 337 Nebraska St., Vallejo

CANCELED - Lazwell & Starchild JR P-Funk Party

Lantz Lazwell, who has toured with George Clinton & the P-Funk All-Stars, is a larger-than-life figure, part guitar hero, part comic book character, who fronts his band. Starchild Jr. is the son of iconic Parliament Funkadelic guitarist – Gary “Starchild” Shider. He carries on his father’s legacy with a cerebral, instinctual approach to rhythmic funk guitar.

This will be the first Mr. Hat Presents and Bisslist Presents show at Odd Fellows Lodge in Vallejo, aka San Pablo Lodge. The show is in a magnificent big tall space with a great stage and dance floor, stained glass windows, and lots of old school charm.

• Fri, 8 p.m. to midnight
• Odd Fellows Hall
• 343 Georgia St., Vallejo

Saturday, April 19

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

Twitch's Egg-Stravaganza

Egg Hunt, Twitch the Easter Bunny, activities, photo opportunities, concessions, games, crafts, music, and more. Session 1, 9 to 10:30 a.m., Session 2: 11 a.m. to noon.

• Sat, 9 to 10:30 a.m.
• Children's Wonderland Park
• 360 Glenn St., 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

Spring Madness

Join us April 19th at the Solano County Fairgrounds for our annual event with live music, food, trucks, & of course BURNOUTS!

• Sat, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Solano County Fairgrounds
• 900 Fairgrounds Dr, Vallejo

Intro to Watercolors

If you're interested in learning how to use watercolors or want to improve your skills, this workshop is for you! Local artist Maria Tsasis will discuss watercolor supplies and demonstrate techniques like laying down washes, lifting paint and mixing colors. Supplies will be provided for attendees at no cost. Advanced registration is required.

• Sat, 10 a.m. to noon
• Vallejo Springstowne Library
• 1003 Oakwood Ave., Vallejo

Air Quality Community Meeting

Are you concerned about the air we breathe in Vallejo? You're not alone and we want to hear from you!Join us for a community meeting where you'll get the inside scoop on a new air monitoring program coming to our neighborhoods. The program needs your help to decide where the air is monitored. They're asking, so let's take full advantage. Your voice will shape how we track air quality in the places that matter most to you. All participants will receive a $15 gift card!

• Sat, 10 to 11 a.m.
• St. Vincent's Hill Community Garden
• 1200 Marin St., Vallejo

Free Vallejo Plant Swap

Got too many plants? Need to thin out your garden? Or maybe you’re just starting and want to grow your collection—for free! A Plant Swap is the perfect place to trade plants, cuttings, and seeds with fellow plant lovers. No plants to bring? No problem! You’re still welcome to come, take home something new, and learn from Master Gardeners who will be there to share expert tips. It’s a fun, casual way to connect with the gardening community and bring a little more green into your life!

• Sat, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Mira Theatre Guild
• 51 Daniels Ave., Vallejo

Twitch's Egg-Stravaganza

Egg Hunt, Twitch the Easter Bunny, activities, photo opportunities, concessions, games, crafts, music, and more! Session 1, 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Session 2: 11 a.m. to noon.

• Sat, 11 a.m. to noon
• Children's Wonderland Park
• 360 Glenn St., Vallejo

Eco-Egg Hunt

No-Plastic Egg Hunt Plus - Join us for a day of egg-cellent fun at our Eco-Egg Hunt - a free community celebration of Earth Day and the joys of Spring! Hunt for colorful eco-eggs hidden throughout the garden, be whisked away by the Frotello Marionettes' whimsical puppet show for all ages. Enjoy delicious free food and groove to live music under the sun.

• Sat, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• St. Vincent's Hill Community Garden
• 1200 Marin St, 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

The Intrepid Stitch - Travels Across Time & Geography

Join us at Mare Island Art Studios this April for a stunning fiber arts exhibition! "The Intrepid Stitch" showcases the works of talented guest fiber artists, weaving together stories of travel, history, and cultural journeys through intricate textile creations. Explore how fiber art transcends time and geography in this unique and inspiring show.

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

Vallejo Jazz Jam

Vallejo Jazz Jam's mission is to provide a supportive and non-competitive environment for musicians of all levels to explore our rich heritage of jazz standards. The Vallejo Jazz Jam welcomes musicians of all ages, genders and levels. Monthly they develop a consensus of tunes to play for two-hour sessions, held on the third Saturday of the month. $10 donation to cover rental space (pay in-person)

• Sat, noon to 2 p.m.
• Mira Theatre Guild
• 51 Daniels Ave, Vallejo

Community Drum Circle - 3rd Saturday Every Month

Be the rhythm at the Community Drum Circle, facilitated by Benjamin Wester. Bring your own drum or use one of ours.

• Sat, 1 to 2:30 p.m.
• 717 Integrity Project
• 717 Marin St, Vallejo

Papa Joe & The New Deal

Papa Joe & The New Deal, your family band. When you come see their show you are instantly a member of the family. They will entertain you with feel good music that you are sure to recognize and love. They will give you a show that might touch 60 to 80 songs because of their ability to move in and out of songs with the greatest of ease. They will move you with soul, R&B, reggae, old school funk and Latin rock. They will take you from the sixties to today with an effortless passion that might just touch your soul.

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

Bourbon on Bourbon St.-Whiskey & Cigar Pairing Event

What's better than day drinking?? Day drinking for a cause! Join Vallejo Chamber of Commerce for our first Whiskey & Cigar Pairing event of the year! You'll enjoy 3-5 pours of bourbon/whiskey perfectly paired with 3 cigars picked by our experts! Your ticket will also include heavy appetizers/snacks, bbq treats, beer, wine, soda, and bottled water!

• Sat, 2 to 7 p.m.
• Suite Treatments
• 3729 Sonoma Blvd., Vallejo

Byran Girard Jazz Trio

Saxophonist Bryan Girard will be joined by Tim Campbell on keyboard and guitarist Lorn Leber at Manny's on the Vallejo waterfront. They'll be doing a lot of funky groove music (but always in a jazz vein).Manny’s has turned out to be a great spot for jazz, with a lot of regulars coming by to soak up the music and the ambiance! Along with a spectacular waterfront view and plenty of free parking, Manny’s offers dinner at reasonable prices and, of course, a full bar. Manny has great views and a full bar. Advance dinner reservation recommended.

• Sat, 5 to 8 p.m.
• Manny's Steakhouse
• 295 Mare Island Way, Vallejo

The Ska Rockets and Roots Man Project Tribute to Bob Marley

Throughout the course of their exciting journey as a group, the members of the Ska Rockets have won over the hearts of music lovers across the globe. Performing at a variety of venues and making countless public appearances, this talented Reggae Band has earned the admiration and affection of critics and fans alike. Roots Man Project performs reggae music featuring improvised dub solos and I-riginal melodies.

• Sat, 8 p.m.
• Toot's Tavern
• 627 2nd Ave, Crockett

Sunday, April 20

Pilates for the Community with David El

Join David El for Pilates with the community at the Integrity Arts Collective located at 717 Marin St. $20 Suggested donation

• Sun, 11 a.m. to noon
• 717 Integrity Project
• 717 Marin St, Vallejo

The Intrepid Stitch - Travels Across Time & Geography

Join us at Mare Island Art Studios this April for a stunning fiber arts exhibition! "The Intrepid Stitch" showcases the works of talented guest fiber artists, weaving together stories of travel, history, and cultural journeys through intricate textile creations. Explore how fiber art transcends time and geography in this unique and inspiring show.

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

Puff Puff Paint Art Party

It’s a high holy holiday, 4/20 & Easter on the 1 year anniversary of the 717 Project’s first event. We’re going to celebrate in style. Puff-Puff-Paint at 4:20. Music by the Unidentified Flying Oscillators. $20 suggested donation.

• Sun, 4 p.m. to ?
• 717 Integrity Project
• 717 Marin St, Vallejo

Love Mischief

One of Northern California's freshest Jam bands, Love Mischief is a group of musicians with a united purpose: To pursue a sonic adventure through many musical landscapes in order to open hearts and minds. Featuring Berklee graduate brothers Brian and Colin Curtin, Love Mischief has a sound unto itself; mixing anything from funk, jazz, country, the blues, prog rock and even occasionally metal, creating a unique blend that one must experience for themselves to believe.

• Sun, 4:30 p.m. to ?
• Toot's Tavern
• 627 2nd Avenue, Crockett

Salsa & Bachata Class at H Lounge Bar in Vallejo, Every Sunday!

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, April 21

JFK Library Evening Book Club

The Evening Book Club is a fun, safe place to discuss interesting books and exchange ideas. One can connect with others, meet new people and socialize. You can also be pushed out of the comfort zone of usual and predictable genres, and acquire more knowledge, and new and exciting ideas.

• Mon, 6 to 7:15 p.m.
• Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
• 505 Santa Clara Street, Vallejo

Townhouse Ramblers

Acoustic Evening of Americana, Folk and Blues featuring Don Bassey, Pato Milo, Jeff Campitelli, Rich Adams, Mark Reed, Eric Wood, Erin Bakke, plus some very special guests – now 1st & 3rd Mondays

• Mon, 7 to 10 p.m.
• Townhouse Cocktail Lounge
• 401A Georgia St, Vallejo

Tuesday, April 22

Baby Bounce

Just for babies and their grownups! Bring your baby for some cozy, active time on your lap. Baby storytime is designed for meaningful one-on-one interaction between baby and caregiver. We'll have songs, rhymes, a book or two, and plenty of activities for both of you that are developmentally appropriate for children from birth to when they start walking.

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

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.

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

Road to Employment

Get help with your job search by meeting with a representative from Solano County's Work Force Development Board.

• Tue, 2 to 4 p.m.
• Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
• 505 Santa Clara Street, 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.

• Tue, 3 to 7 p.m.
• Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library
• 505 Santa Clara Street, 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 Street, 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 for regular meetings and 24 hours in advance for special meetings. 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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Editor's note — this story was updated with the cancellation of Friday's funk party at the Odd Fellows Hall.