All Round Alameda – Flora, Fauna, and Art

Sound tub, rose pruning, pictures workshop, Ocean Hoptimism, and a brand new artwork gallery reception

The holidays are over, the decorations are put away—effectively, some of them—and 2026 has begun. Alameda is gearing up for one more yr filled with festivals, meals, and enjoyable, and our native occasions calendar is already filling up with thrilling issues to do. Tonight, Thursday, January 15, wind down for the day with New Moon, New Year Manifestation Sound Bath at Alameda Theatre & Cineplex. On Saturday, January 17, seize your clippers for the Annual Rose Pruning at Lincoln Park. That night, be a part of Rhythmix Cultural Works for the opening reception of their newest gallery, Art Comes from Art, Comes from Art. After darkish, budding photographers are invited to hone their abilities at a night photography workshop at Alameda Point. And for those who’re in want of some excellent news, be a part of Faction Brewing for the most recent Ocean Hoptimism lecture, Behind the Bark: Saving Seals and Sea Lions, on Thursday, January 22.

Sound Bath at Alameda Theatre

Thursday, January 15

Take a second to loosen up and reset for 2026 with New Moon, New Year Manifestation Sound Bath at Alameda Theatre & Cineplex, 2317 Central Avenue, on Thursday, January 15. The occasion begins with examine in at 5:15 p.m. and concludes at 7 p.m.

Jessica Catano of Jessica’s Peaceful Journeys will lead the night with gong, crystal singing bowls, and Himalayan bowls. Tina “Bean” Blaine will carry out visitor percussion. The rejuvenating and immersive sound expertise is designed “to create a safe space for self love, awareness and reflection.”

Participants are invited to enter by means of the “backstage pass” entrance in between the Cinema Grill and the theatre on Central Avenue, instantly subsequent to the barbershop. If you’ve gotten bother finding the doorway, theatre employees might be joyful to assist. Sound tub attendees might use recliners within the room, or lie down on the ground. Please convey a neck pillow, eye overlaying, and blanket if you want. Reserve a spot online for $32.78.

Annual Rose Pruning Demo

Saturday, January 17

The East Bay Rose Society and Alameda Recreation and Park Department invite the neighborhood to affix the Annual Rose Pruning on Saturday, January 17 at 10 a.m. The occasion will happen on the stunning Rose Garden at Lincoln Park, 1450 High Street.

The Annual Rose Pruning will embody an indication by members of the East Bay Rose Society. Guests can ask questions on pruning—and common rose care—on the accompanying Q&A. Participants are invited to follow their new rose-pruning abilities on the Lincoln Park Rose Garden with the steerage of the East Bay Rose Society members.

This occasion is free, and pre-registration just isn’t vital. Participants are requested to convey their very own clippers and gloves. Please put on closed-toed footwear and garments that you just don’t thoughts getting soiled. To study extra concerning the East Bay Rose Society and get details about turning into a member, go to their website.

Art Comes from Art, Comes from Art: Opening Reception

Saturday, January 17

Visit Rhythmix Cultural Works, 2513 Blanding Avenue, to rejoice the opening of their newest exhibit, Art Comes from Art, Comes from Art. The reception is scheduled from 5 till 8 p.m. on Saturday, January 17.

Art Comes from Art, Comes from Art options seven artists who’re employees members on the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco—the Legion of Honor and the deYoung. The exhibit options works instantly impressed by the artists’ time in San Francisco’s museums, from the numerous guests to the grand structure.

Please RSVP in advance for this free reception. Check out the artists on the Rhythmix website. The exhibit will stay on show at Rhythmix Cultural Works from January 17, 2026 till February 22, 2026.

Night Time Photography Workshop

Saturday, January 17

Charge up these batteries and seize an additional reminiscence card! Mike’s Camera invitations you to a Night Photo Walk with teacher Leah Frink on Saturday, January 17, from 5 till 7 p.m. Meet on the parking zone at 2990 Main Street to seize superb pictures of the historic USS Hornet and scenic San Francisco skyline when you study to make use of your digital camera in low mild.

You’ll discover ways to:

• Create mild trails and movement results through the use of lengthy exposures.
• Use synthetic lights to focus on your topic throughout lengthy exposures.
• Use the bulb mode setting and timed publicity settings.
• Determine what tools you want.

Be positive to convey your digital camera with handbook settings, a completely charged battery, reminiscence playing cards, a tripod, and heat garments. Tickets are $104.45 per particular person. Nighttime pictures courses in Alameda are usually widespread and promote out rapidly, so remember to learn all of the directions and reserve your spot ASAP on the Eventbrite page.

Behind the Bark: Saving Seals and Sea Lions

Thursday, January 22

Join fellow nature lovers and beer lovers for a brand new presentation within the Ocean Hoptimism sequence at Faction Brewing, 2501 Monarch Street, on Thursday, January 22. Behind the Bark: Saving Seals and Sea Lions is scheduled from 7 till 8 p.m.

Adam Ratner, Director of Conservation Engagement on the Marine Mammal Center, will lead the night with an insider view of the world’s largest marine mammal hospital. “Expect real cases, big questions, and a surprisingly hopeful look at what’s possible when science, volunteers, and local communities pull in the same direction,” states the occasion description.

Ocean Hoptimism meets each fourth Thursday of the month at Faction Brewing. Entry to the occasion is free, and attendees are invited to seize a drink at Faction and take a look at the rotation of native meals vehicles parked exterior. On Thursday, January 22, Super Mario’s Food Truck might be serving up pizza, nachos, wings, tacos, and extra.

What else is happening in Alameda?

All these occasions and extra, in Alameda and past, are all the time posted on our on-line Events Calendar. Post yours, too, at no cost!

Amanda Laird is the Content Manager and Events Editor of the Alameda Post. Her writing is collected at AlamedaPost.com/Amanda-Laird. Reach her at [email protected].