Alameda church hosting conversations on various issues
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ALAMEDA
Christ Episcopal Church in Alameda has launched a new series of public conversations on issues that matter to Alamedans of all ages and faiths.
The inaugural guest lineup features leaders in the arts, technology and civic life. On March 22, “Bean,” Tina Blaine, the executive director of Alameda’s Rhythmix Cultural Works, kicked off the series. Blaine will be followed May 3 by Matthew Ganser, the vice president of business operations for Alameda-based rocket company Astra, and May 24 by Alameda Mayor Marilyn Ezzy Ashcraft. Doors to the two remaining event open at 6 p.m., and the programs will start promptly at 6:30 p.m. Proof of vaccination and booster shots is required. All events are free.
Each event will last about an hour, during which the Rev. Stephen McHale will introduce and ask three questions of each evening’s guest, then turn over the rest of the hour for questions from the in-person and online audiences.
Christ Episcopal Church leaders hope this series will provide a safe and inspiring space for community engagement and respectful dialogue on the unique blessings and challenges of Alameda life. Modeled on similar dialogue series at iconic Episcopal churches such as Grace Cathedral, Trinity Wall Street and the Washington National Cathedral, Christ Episcopal Church’s series is open to all regardless of faith and is meant to amplify the voices of religious and secular Alameda leaders. For more information, visit christchurchalameda.org/alameda-conversations online.
— Christ Episcopal Church
Apply for area Kiwanis Foundation scholarships by April 22
The Alameda Kiwanis Foundation encourages graduating seniors from Alameda’s high schools to apply for its 2022 college scholarships, totaling $61,000. Application forms are available now at school sites and also at alamedakiwanis.org.
The awards are open to residents and nonresidents of Alameda, provided that the applicant graduates from an Alameda school and meets the eligibility criteria. Community college-bound seniors are also urged to apply. Applications and documents must be completed and submitted by no later than April 22. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Mail applications to Alameda Kiwanis Foundation, P.O. Box 1217, Alameda CA 94501.
— Alameda Kiwanis Foundation
Alameda Restaurant Week continuing through Sunday
Running for 10 days through Sunday, Alameda Restaurant Week has returned to the Island for the fifth time.
The past two years have been difficult, but our bars and restaurants are reopened and can’t wait to showcase what they do best. This annual event drives residents and visitors, foodies and families to visit their favorite establishments and try something new — all with the goal of supporting Alameda’s small-business eateries.
Alameda has popular Michelin-recommended and Zagat-rated dining and drinking establishments. Through Sunday, try out as many as you can for breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks or dessert for dining in, takeout or delivery. Find out who’s participating and what their special offers online are at alamedarestaurantweek.com, where you can enter our raffle by uploading your receipt for a chance to win dozens of prizes.
— city of Alameda
AMP to shut off power for nonpayment starting in April
Alameda Municipal Power (AMP) is offering payment plans for all customers with past-due balances, which can help prevent account shutoffs for nonpayment. AMP has suspended shutoffs for nonpayment and waived late fees since March 2020, but customers with past-due balances in April will start receiving shutoff notices. If you’d like to set up a payment plan, call AMP at 510-748-3900 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, or come in for a personal consultation if preferred.
— AMP
High School Athletic Hall of Fame ceremony on June 11
The Alameda High School Athletic Hall of Fame committee is proud to announce its fourth annual ceremony to induct and honor 10 outstanding former AHS athletes. The ceremony will take place at 5:30 p.m. June 11 in the Alameda Elks Lodge.
The 2022 Alameda High School fourth annual Athletic Hall of Fame inductees from all sports are Johnny Vergez, Class of 1925, baseball; Herman Pete, Class of 1934, basketball; Dorothy Stolze, Class of 1941, baseball; Bob DeCelle, Class of 1963, track; Mike Amos, Class of 1969, football; Ann Ratto, Class of 1983, track; Trini Sanchez-Blumkin, Class of 1984, basketball; Patrick Foster, Class of 1993, swimming; Marta Westernoff, Class of 1993, soccer; and James Hahn, Class of 1999, golf.
To view the plaques of our AHS Athletic Hall of Fame inductees, the Hornets Alameda High School gymnasium will be open to the public from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. on the day of the ceremony. For information regarding the dinner and induction event and to purchase tickets for $60, please visit ahsathleticboosters.com online. To pay for tickets by check, send it to AHS Athletic Booster — Hall of Fame, P.O. Box 2586, Alameda, CA 94501. Please note that COVID vaccinations are highly recommended for all attendees.
— AHS Athletic Hall of Fame
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