Upcoming Vallejo Events - Waterfront Weekend, art and justice

VALLEJO — Vallejo Waterfront Weekend returns this weekend. The two-day celebration features live music and community-oriented activities at the Barbara Kondylis Waterfront Park.

The first weekend in October was proclaimed “Waterfront Weekend'' by the City of Vallejo after the first event in 2014. The event provides a dual purpose of showcasing the good in Vallejo while fundraising for participating non-profits.

Live music by popular local bands and a car show with classic, low-rider and specialty vehicles are major attractions. Local politicians and celebrities subject themselves to the dunk tank for a small donation. The Whaleboat Regatta, the 5K Glo Run and Disc Golf Tournament raise money while adding excitement to the event.

The new exhibit will open at Mare Island Art Studios on Saturday. The artwork of Mark Martin and José Martinez features themes of societal change heroes and environmental issues The exhibit will include a community Day of the Dead altar that will be up for the month of October. Visit the exhibition and stay to make paper flowers, papel picado, or drop off a symbol of a lost loved one. Martinez will host the first of an intro to painting class earlier the same day.

The Genealogy Society of Vallejo-Benicia will host Vallejo author Marisela Barbosa-Cortez on Thursday at the Vallejo Museum in a talk about her book “Hispanics and Latinos in Vallejo.”

The ACLU of Northern California is holding its second community meeting on policing issues in Vallejo this evening. On Thursday, Touro University will hold a webinar on the social and racial implications of artificial intelligence hosted by Executive Director of MediaJustice Steven Renderos.

You can catch Spanish bluesman Quique Gomez tonight at the Empress Lounge, rise to yummy artisan baked goods at the Dillon Bread Company popup bakery on Thursday, and enjoy first-rate jazz with the emotionally powerful singer Carmen Gonzalo-Unson  during a lunchtime show at Bambino’s.

Check the list below for more arts, culture and music in Vallejo this week.

Wednesday, October 4

Lawyers @ Your Library

Local attorneys offer free legal advice and referral. Sign up in-person or by phone starting at 9:00 AM on the day of the program. Lawyer consultations from 5:30-7:30 PM.

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

Quique Gomez on tour from Spain!

Harmonicist and singer, Quique Gomez has played with notable blues artists on both sides of the Atlantic

• Wed, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• Empress Theatre Lounge
• 324 Virginia St.

ACLU Community Meeting on Policing

A follow up from the community meeting in August, ACLU reps  share what they have learned and present a few paths forward planning planning a strategic course to build meaningful change.

• Wed, 6 to 8 p.m.
• Solano Community College Vallejo Center
• 545 Columbus Pkwy.

Thursday, October 5

DBC Bakery Popup

You can get everything from bread, pastries, croissants, cookies, and a wonderful selection of preserves. While they last!

• Thurs, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Dillon Bread Company
• 451 Ryder St., Suite B

Storytime at Children's Wonderland

Join us and our friends from the Solano County Library for this free story-time program.,

• Thurs, 11 a.m. to 11:45 am
• Children’s Wonderland
• 360 Glenn St.

Hispanics and Latinos in Vallejo (Speaker Series)

Marisela Barbosa-Cortez discusses her book as part of the  Genealogy Society of Valljeo-Benicia speaker series.

• Thurs, 1:30 to 3 p.m.
• Vallejo Naval and Historical Museum
• 734 Marin St.

Innovation: Implications for Racial and Criminal Justice

An examination of the social and racial implications of artificial intelligence, predictive algorithms and their impact on health equity and criminal justice. Hosted by Executive Director of MediaJustice Steven Renderos.

• Thurs, 5 to 7 p.m.
• Online

Friday, October 6

Kyle Turner

Enjoy dinner, drinks and dancing to the live music of Kyle Turner.

• Fri, 6 to 9 p.m.
• Bambino’s
• 301 Georgia St. #122

Reflection Goth Night

Classic Goth - Nu Goth - Industrial - Goth Metal - EBM - Synth Pop - CyberPunk - Dark Wave - New Wave - Post Punk - 80s - 90s and more.

• Fri, 9 p.m. to midnight
• IntegriTea Art + Event Space
• 717 Marin St.

Saturday, October 7

Community Coffee Tasting - live music by B  Street Express

Mingle with friends and neighbors while sipping free coffee samples. There’s a new cafe at the roasting site with an espresso machine and an outdoor grill offering made-to-order crêpes.

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

Farmers' Market

Shop here for a great selection of California-grown greens, fruits and veggies, exotic varieties, as well as some nice specialty booths with local honey and baked goods and such at  down-to-earth prices.

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

Vallejo Waterfront Weekend

The Vallejo Waterfront Weekend is a free community festival held each year on Vallejo’s waterfront with live music and activities for the entire family.

• Sat, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
• Barbara Kondylis Waterfront Park
• 301 Mare Island Way

Vallejo Waterfront Weekend - Car Show

Chelu Classics and family and Boys Under the Hood will team up to bring one of the largest all makes, all models of cars, trucks, motorcycles, and specialty vehicles.

• Sat, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Barbara Kondylis Waterfront Park
• 301 Mare Island Way

Quetzalli Ballet Folklorico @Springstowne Library@V

Enjoy a special performance of traditional Mexican dances from Vallejo's Quetzalli Ballet Folklorico. All ages welcome.

• Sat, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
• Springstowne Library
• 1003 Oakwood Ave.

Afro Cuban Latin Musica

With the James Henry - Hands of Fire Band, and Carlos Alejandro and the BEC. This free inter-cultural event will be an exciting and colorful musical experience.

• Sat, 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm
• Norman C King Community Center
• 545 Magazine St.

Dia de Muertos Calavera

Join José Martinez for this exclusive step-by-step intro to painting class and create a Catrina painting. All art supplies are included.

• Sat, 1 to 4 p.m.
• Mare Island Art Studios
• 110 Pintado St.

David Bustamante

David Bustamante is a long time Bay Area singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer who is often compared to the legendary Carlos Santana.

• Sat, 6 to 9 p.m.
• Bambino’s
• 301 Georgia St. #122

José Martinez and Mark Martin Exhibition – Opening Reception

Vibrantly colored artwork with themes of societal change heroes, environmental issues, and tools used in manual labor.  Visit the exhibition and stay to make paper flowers, papel picado, or drop off a symbol of a lost loved one for the community Day of the Dead altar.

• Sat, 6 to 9 p.m.
• Mare Island Art Studios
• 110 Pintado St.

Live Music Saturday with Matt Jaffe

Inspired by the great lineage of rock n’ roll, Jaffe marries literary lyrics with the undeniable urge to dance.

• Sat, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• Mare Island Brewing Co. Taproom
• 289 Mare Island Way

Vallejo Waterfront Weekend Glo Run

The run starts with a ferry ride from the Vallejo Waterfront Terminal to the newly built Mare Island Terminal, then around Vallejo’s historical naval base and across the Mare Island Causeway Bridge. Procceeds benefit Vallejo scjhools

• Sat, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
• Vallejo Ferry Terminal
• Georgia Street and Mare Island Way

FLO Funky Latin Orchestra

Funky Latin Orchestra will entertain you and get you out of your seat!

• Sat, 8 to 10 p.m.
• Empress Theatre
• 330 Virginia St.

Serve it to 'Em Saturdays

Ava LaShay hosts Serve it to 'Em Saturdays drag show with Queera Nightly and Avery Night.

• Sat, 10:30 to Sun, 1:00 am
• Townhouse Cocktail Lounge
• 401A Georgia St.

Sunday, October 8

St. Peter Chapel - Historic Tour

Open without an appointment every second Sunday, St. Peter Chapel is known for its large collection of stunning Tiffany windows, vaulted ceilings with exposed redwood beams, and historic plaques.

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

Vallejo Waterfront Weekend

The Vallejo Waterfront Weekend is a free community festival held each year on Vallejo’s waterfront with live music and activities for the entire family.

• Sun, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Barbara Kondylis Waterfront Park
• 301 Mare Island Way

Jazz singer Carmen Gonzalo-Unson

The amazing young jazz vocalist, Carmen Gonzalo-Unson, will be performing with saxophonist Bryan Girard with Tim Campbell on keyboard/bass and drummer Gerry Kennett. This promises to be a terrific afternoon of great music.

• Sun, noon to 3 p.m.
• Bambino’s
• 301 Georgia St. #122

Neverwas Haul Tours

The Haul is a 3-story Victorian House on Wheels that was built for Burning Man in 2006.

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

José Martinez and Mark Martin Exhibition

Vibrantly colored artwork with themes of societal change heroes, environmental issues, and tools used in manual labor.  Visit the exhibition and stay to make paper flowers, papel picado, or drop off a symbol of a lost loved one for the community Day of the Dead altar.

• Sun, 1 to 4 p.m.
• Mare Island Art Studios
• 110 Pintado St.

Monday, October 9

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.

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

Tuesday, October 10

City Council Regular Meeting

Action items - Finalize commission and committee appointments, approve a 10-year contract for water metering services, consider a motion to agendize a discussion on the sale of the Herbert House, and agendize discussion of permanent police chief recruitment.

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

Editor's note:  This post updated to add the Afro Cuban Latin Musica event on Saturday.