Cherry Blossom Festival & Charity Workshop: How to Spend a Weekend in the San Francisco Bay Area (April 8-10)

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What: Local Musicians Hall of Fame

When: Friday-Sunday, April 8-10

Where: 1353 Bush St 1353 Bush Street San Francisco, CA 94109

More: Welcome to the San Francisco Music Hall of Fame, the largest gallery dedicated to artists from the Bay Area. The gallery honors over 90 of the most famous artists and bands. You will see rare footage of famous musicians, interesting artwork for their albums, and much more.

Cost: $12

What: Seminar “Resistance”

When: Friday, April 8, from 09:00

Where: Online

More: "Resistance" is the first part of a special series of online events "Russia's War on Ukraine", organized jointly by the Melbourne Eurasian Seminar of the University of Melbourne, the Foundation for Ukrainian Studies in Australia, and the Association of Ukrainian Studies of Australia and New Zealand. This workshop will feature three speakers: Dr. Olha Bojczak (University of Sydney), Dr. Roman Horbik (University of Söderthorn, currently a psychological support volunteer in Lviv) and Professor Emeritus Marko Pavlyshyn (Monash University).

Cost: Free options

What: Seminar on Post-Soviet Graffiti

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When: Friday, April 8, from 09:30

Where: Online

More: Graffiti is an effective tool for expressing political discontent and circumventing censorship, especially in autocratic and censored states. Dr. Alexis Lerner spent a decade wandering the alleys and underpasses of the post-Soviet region and post-communist Europe, from Berlin and Minsk to Tbilisi and Vladivostok. During this time, she immersed herself in everyday life, first in Moscow and then throughout the region.

In her presentation, Dr. Lerner explains some of the trends in political and social discourse that she has observed both in space and time, focusing in particular on the graffiti that emerged after February 24 in response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

Cost: Free options

What: Cherry Blossom Festival

When: Saturday-Sunday, 9-10 April

Where: Japantown 1610 Geary Blvd. San Francisco, CA 94115

More: Every year in March-April, cherry blossoms bloom in San Francisco. They can be found in almost all parks at this time. In addition, the cherry blossom festival is traditionally held in the city. He turns 55 this year. The festival is one of the most colorful celebrations of Asian traditions in California. Each year, over 200 people attend this dazzling show, showcasing the color and grace of Japanese culture and the diversity of the Japanese American community.

Cost: Free options

What: beer festival

When: Saturday, April 9, from 12:00

Where: Waterfront Park 245 North Court Street Martinez, CA 94553

More: This festival will feature over 40 different craft beers from various local breweries. In addition, guests will be treated to a stunning selection of dishes that can only be found at the craft beer festival. Entertainment programs and interactive games await guests throughout the evening.

Cost: From $ 5

What: Charity master class

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When: Saturday, April 9, from 18:00

Where: 1615 B Solano Ave 1615 Solano Avenue Berkeley, CA 94707

More: Join a workshop to learn how to create a kokedama (an ornamental plant made from earth wrapped in moss) and support the efforts of the International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Ukraine. At this event, you will not only create a kokedama, but also drink some wine to relax. All proceeds will go to charity to support those affected by the war in Ukraine.

Cost: Charity contribution

What: Bakery sale in support of Ukraine

When: Sunday, April 10, from 09:00

Where: Heather Farm Park 301 North San Carlos Drive Walnut Creek, CA 94598

More: The Ukrainian community is hosting a bake sale at Heather Farm Park. All proceeds will be used to finance medical supplies to Ukraine.

Cost: Free options

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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