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Point Reyes National Seashore celebrates lighthouse restoration this Sunday
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The six-hour celebration starts at 10:30 am with music, storytelling and other family-friendly activities.Arts & Entertainment
Best Bets for the Weekend | Nov 29 – Dec 1
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Berkeley Rep's new adaptation of Tale of Desperaux; Ghostbusters showing to live music at Davies; Cal Performance's Peking Acrobats; and more.Featured in Category
“Shop Local” effort is launched to boost Oakland’s businesses and economy
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Shoppers are encouraged to discover the unique gift items offered by local retailers and experience a variety of special events through New Year's Eve.Arts & Entertainment
Cal Performances: Author, former Obama staffer to speak in Berkeley on Dec. 5
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Pod Save America co-host Dan Pfeiffer talks about politics and Twitter in the age of Trump and why young people are democracy's best hope.Arts & Entertainment
Best Bests for the Weekend | November 22 – 24
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Fierce heroine Ermalinda from Ars Minerva; holiday traditions from Smuin Ballet; "Art in the Age of Black Power" at the de Young; canines on stage; and moreFeatured in Category
Oakland Symphony’s “Notes from Korea” a luminous performance
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An evening that mixed familiar orchestral works with Korean instruments and folk music reminded audiences that classical music can be both serious and fun.Arts & Entertainment
Celebrated actor, comedian, filmmaker Robert Townsend’s one-man show at the Marsh
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Diversity—or the lack thereof—is the primary topic in the roller coaster ride of impersonations, victories, lessons learned, raw truths and laughs.Arts & Entertainment
Folksinger/songwriter Bruce Cockburn at Freight & Salvage
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Cockburn is best known for his acoustic and electric guitar technique and poignant, powerful songs. Tickets still available for November 21 show.Arts & Entertainment
