Apple Picking and Lecture on Russian Oligarchs: How to Spend a Weekend in the San Francisco Bay Area (October 1-3)

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What: Exhibition "Voices of Veterans: Painted Realities"

When: Friday-Sunday, October 1-3

Where: The Walt Disney Family Museum, 104 Montgomery St, San Francisco, CA 94129

More: The Walt Disney Family Museum has organized an exhibition featuring original work by veterans of the US military. It will serve as a platform for the voices of American veterans to be heard through their own words and creativity, rather than through images of non-veteran artists.

Cost: $ 0-25

What: Collecting pumpkins at Alameda Point

When: Friday-Sunday, October 1-3

Where: Alameda Point Pumpkin Patch 2453 Hancock Street Alameda, CA 94501

More: This is a huge area filled with pumpkins and entertainment. This is a vacation for the whole family. There are plenty of playgrounds for guests, including giant 4-story slides, inflatable houses, a zoo, pumpkin shooting and many other fun attractions.

Cost: From $ 0

What: Picking apples

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When: Friday-Sunday, October 1-3

Where: Smokey Ridge Farm, 2160 Carson Road Placerville CA 95667

More: Smokey Ridge Farm offers visitors 17 different varieties of apples. Guests can enjoy fresh cider and other natural treats including barbecues and pastries. There is also a handicraft shop on the farm. In addition, you can harvest pumpkins and berries on the farm.

Cost: From $ 0

What: Lecture on Russian oligarchs

When: Friday, October 1, from 11:00

Where: Online

More: The lecture focuses on whether London remains the main place where Russian oligarchs and wealthy Russians place their money and assets. It tells the story of London, which became a haven for Russian wealth when Yeltsin was in power in the 1990s, and summarizes the lifestyle that appeals to wealthy Russians in London. In addition, they will analyze the relationship between Putin and the oligarchs since he became president.

Cost: Free options

What: Evening market

When: Friday, October 1, from 17:00

Where: District Six 428 11th Street San Francisco, CA 94103

More: District Six is ​​a constantly evolving area. The organizers arrange this night market to bring people together. Visitors can enjoy carefully selected products from local vendors, as well as a bite to eat at the food trucks. Guests can enjoy live entertainment featuring local DJs and bands.

Cost: $ 0-25

What: Hike in memory of the father of the Ukrainian church

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When: Saturday, October 2, from 11:00

Where: Lewis Park, 6570 Park Riviera Way, Sacramento, CA 95831

More: This trip will serve as both entertainment and an event to honor the memory of Agapius' father. All participants will go on a hike to the resting place of father Agapy Goncharenko, where there will be a small memorial service and prayer. After that, everyone will go to Lewis Park, where they will have a barbecue in his honor.

Cost: Free options

What: San Francisco Historical Tour

When: Saturday, October 2, from 13:00

Where: Tenderloin Museum 398 Eddy Street San Francisco, CA 94102

More: Led by local jazz singer Pam Coates, this walking tour offers a unique opportunity to discover San Francisco's unprecedented history. Participants will get to know more than 400 buildings. All are listed on the National Register of Historic Places, which includes places, buildings and properties deemed worth preserving because of their historical significance.

Cost: $ 5-15

Dear readers! Please note that due to the epidemic of coronavirus infection, some activities may be canceled or rescheduled for other dates. Therefore, before visiting, we recommend checking the information on the sites of the organizers.

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In addition, look for interesting events for every day of the week in our calendar... Come in, find out, share with your friends. Before visiting, check the organizer's websites for details and locations of events, as they may change.

Keep us informed about what is happening in your city. Send information about events for the Russian-speaking diaspora by mail [email protected].

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