Point Richmond Neighborhood Council (PRNC)

The Over-the-Hills Gang: Dotson Family Marsh
2025-10-21 10:00 - 12:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Hikers 55 years and older interested in nature study, history, fitness, and fun are invited to join this series of monthly excursions exploring the Regional Parks.
naturalist Anthony Fisher
Oct 21: Dotson Family Marsh. Flat.
No fee. No registration. Drop-in program only.
For information, call 510-544-2233

The Over-the-Hills Gang: Dotson Family Marsh
2025-10-21 10:00 - 12:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Hikers 55 years and older interested in nature study, history, fitness, and fun are invited to join this series of monthly excursions exploring the Regional Parks.
Oct 21: Dotson Family Marsh. Flat. Naturalist Anthony Fisher
No fee. No registration. Drop-in program only.
For information, call 510-544-2233

College Early & Often:Family Engagement at the Library
2025-10-21 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | West Side Branch Library – 135 Washington Ave., 135 Washington Avenue, Richmond, CA, 94801, United States
Join GO Public Schools for the launch of our first new theme of the 2025-2026 school year: Exploration of Education, Social Sciences, and Human Services Careers!
We’ll kick things off with our K-3rd grade family session on Tuesday, October 7th, 2025, from 5-7 PM, presented in partnership with the Richmond Public Library.
This session will feature a deep dive into education and teaching careers, including fun, hands-on activities and an engaging conversation with a WCCUSD elementary school teacher.
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¡Únete a GO Public Schools para el lanzamiento de nuestro primer tema nuevo del año escolar 2025-2026: Exploración de carreras en educación, ciencias sociales y servicios humanos!
Comenzaremos con nuestra sesión familiar para alumnos de K-3 grado el martes, 7 de octubre de 2025, de 5-7 PM, presentada en colaboración con la Biblioteca Pública de Richmond. Esta sesión ofrecerá una visión detallada de las carreras educativas y de enseñanza, incluyendo actividades prácticas y divertidas, y una interesante conversación con un profesor de primaria del WCCUSD.
¡No se pierda esta emocionante oportunidad de inspirar el futuro de sus alumnos!
Es necesario inscribirse. ¡Reserve su lugar hoy mismo! http://bit.ly/GOCollegeCareer
Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to inspire your student’s future!
Registration is required. RSVP today! http://bit.ly/GOCollegeCareer
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For directions, call (510) 620-6567. Other library programs: www.Facebook.com/rplwestside

Author Talk! Ashtrays are Full & the Glasses are Empty with Kirsten Mickelwait
2025-10-22 18:30 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | West Side Branch Library – 135 Washington Ave., 135 Washington Avenue, Richmond, CA, 94801, United States
Author Kirsten Mickelwait will present her novel, The Ashtrays Are Full and the Glasses are Empty (published in May 2025). About a well-known society couple of New York’s Gilded Age: heiress Sara Wiborg and Gerald Murphy. Sara dreams of a more creative life than the rigid future prescribed for her. After a friendship of eleven years, they marry despite the strong disapproval of her family.
Against the sizzling Jazz Age backdrop of 1920s Paris and Antibes, Sara’s innate style and gift for friendship attract the bohemian elite of the new century-including Hemingway, Fitzgerald, Picasso, and Dorothy Parker. But by the 1930s, her fortune is lost and tragedy strikes-not once, but twice. A heartbreaking story of love and loss, The Ashtrays Are Full and the Glasses Are Empty follows Sara through her very modern life to reveal how tragedy can be healed by faith, unconditional love, and a creative mind. Questions, call (510) 620-6567 For other events, see www.Facebook.com/rplwestside

Hike and Storytime-Miller Knox
2025-10-23 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
Join Naturalist Melissa and Librarians Deborah & Sheila in nature exploration activities, and a themed Storytime.???
Oct 23: Miller Knox. Park near Big Meadow Picnic Site.
No registration required, Drop-in program only.
For information, call 510-544-2233.

Watercolor Group at West Side Library
2025-10-23 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | West Side Branch Library – 135 Washington Ave., 135 Washington Avenue, Richmond, CA, 94801, United States
Join our new group of avid watercolorists — from experienced artists to newer ones exploring the medium. Bring your own projects and your own materials, if possible. Feel free to drop in and meet us. Sponsored by the Arts of Point Richmond (AOPR). 2nd and 4th Thursdays at the West Side Branch Library from 1:00 to 4:00 PM. For questions call (510) 620-6567 or email wsb_reference@ci.richmond.ca.us
For other library events see www.Facebook.com/rplwestside

6th Annual Richmond Chess Festival
2025-10-25 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CoBiz Richmond, Inc., 1503 Macdonald Avenue, #Suite A, Richmond, CA, 94801, United States
Celebrate the 6th National Chess Day at the Richmond Chess Festival on Saturday, October 25th, at 10 AM at Cobiz in Richmond, CA.

It’s that time again! Join the West Coast Chess Alliance on Saturday, October 25th, from 10 AM to 5 PM at COBIZ Richmond for the 6th Annual Richmond Chess Festival — a free, family-friendly celebration of Chess in Richmond Month and National Chess Day!
Whether you’re brand new to the game or an experienced player, there’s something for everyone. Come out for a day full of learning, laughter, and community connection — all centered around the game of chess.
Free weekend parking is available at BART and on nearby streets.

🗓️ Schedule of Events
On-Site Registration: 10:00 – 11:00 AMCheck in and get ready for a day full of chess and community.In-person check-in is required; participation is not guaranteed if you arrive after 11:00 AM.
Introduction to Chess Class: 10:00 – 10:45 AMPerfect for beginners or anyone looking to refresh their skills.
Challenge a First Responder: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PMLocal youth will have the chance to play a friendly match against a City of Richmond First Responder — always a crowd favorite!
Quad Tournament (G30, Non-Rated): 12:30 – 3:30 PMPairings announced at 12:15 PM. Rounds at 12:30, 1:30, and 2:30 PM.Advance registration is highly encouraged — space fills up fast!
Simultaneous Exhibition: 1:00 – 3:00 PMWatch Grandmaster Enrico Sevillano play 30 challengers at once!(Advance registration required; limited to the first 30 players.)
Casual Play & More:Enjoy friendly matches, social play, and great company throughout the day.

💙 Special Thanks
A huge thank you to Dr. Andrew Larazus, the Richmond Rotary Club, EdFund West, and Hays Insurance Company for their continued support in helping us keep this event free and open to the community!

✅ Registration
Pre-registration is highly recommended, as space is limited.It only takes a minute to sign up — reserve your spot today right here on Eventbrite!

9th Annual Point Richmond Haunted Halloween History Hike
2025-10-25 17:00 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Point Richmond Indian Statue Park, 198 Park Place, Richmond, CA, 94801, United States
Comedian/Historian Karen Buchanan will make history come alive with spooky stories and historic ghost characters of Point Richmond’s past.

On Saturday, October 25, 2025, Comedian/Historian Karen Buchanan will lead the 9th Annual Haunted Halloween History Hike through downtown Point Richmond. Watch history come alive with actors performing as historic Point Richmond ghost characters, including Juan Bautista Alvarado, Martha Crichett and Kate Riordan. Hear the spooky ghost stories about the historic buildings of charming Point Richmond. The hike will end at Biancoverde Restaurant at the Hotel Mac, where you can learn about the Ghost of the Bathing Lady and imbibe some special spooky cocktails.
Meet under the Indian Statue in the downtown triangle at 5:00 p.m. Costumes are encouraged, and the hike is dog and kid friendly. Tickets are $20 in advance on Eventbrite or Cash/Venmo day of. Kids 12 and under are free!

West Side Stories Writers’ Group
2025-10-27 16:30 - 18:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | West Side Branch Library – 135 Washington Ave., 135 Washington Avenue, Richmond, CA, 94801, United States
Are you working on your next book, chapter, or journal article? Join others who have published, will publish, or hope to do so. Bring 3-5 pages to read aloud to the group. Gain and give constructive feedback. Gain accountability! Facilitated by Elaine Kelliher. For questions call (510) 620-6567 or email wsb_library@ci.richmond.ca.us

Point Richmond Table Tennis
2025-10-27 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-03 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-10 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-17 17:00 - 20:00, 2025-11-24 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Point San Pablo Yacht Club, 700 W. Cutting Blvd, Richmond, CA, 94804, United States
There is ping pong every Monday at the Point San Pablo Yacht Club, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

The Point San Pablo Yacht Club is located at 700 W. Cutting Blvd, Richmond, CA 94804, https://pspyc.org/

Drive up to the gate, press the black button next to the keypad box and someone will let in.

We have two tables and friendly beginner to intermediate players.

There are reasonably priced drinks at the bar, both alcohol and non-alcoholic. Snacks are available to purchase, or you can bring your own to share.

For more information, contact Peter Thelin at (510) 326-8108 or Greg Larson at (925) 247-4734.

October PRNC Meeting
2025-10-29 19:30 - 21:00 UTC | Zoom

Richmond Healthcare Training Fair
2025-10-30 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Richmond Memorial Convention, 403 Civic Center Plaza, Richmond, CA, 94804, United States
Learn from industry experts and network with healthcare professionals at the Richmond Healthcare Training Fair!

Welcome to the Richmond Healthcare Training Fair! Join us for a day of learning and networking.. This event is your opportunity to connect with healthcare training programs, attend informative sessions to learn about the current training programs and their fees, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in the industry. Don’t miss out on this chance to expand your knowledge and grow your network. Register now to secure your spot!

West Side Stories Writers’ Group
2025-11-03 16:30 - 18:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | West Side Branch Library – 135 Washington Ave., 135 Washington Avenue, Richmond, CA, 94801, United States
Are you working on your next book, chapter, or journal article? Join others who have published, will publish, or hope to do so. Bring 3-5 pages to read aloud to the group. Gain and give constructive feedback. Gain accountability! Facilitated by Elaine Kelliher. For questions call (510) 620-6567 or email wsb_library@ci.richmond.ca.us for other library events see www.Facebook.com/rplwestside

Ukulele Jam Session at West Side Library!
2025-11-04 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-11-04 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | West Side Branch Library – 135 Washington Ave., 135 Washington Avenue, Richmond, CA, 94801, United States
Want to practice your ukulele skills? Join us for a rehearsal and jam session!
Tuesday November 4 from 1:00-2:30pm.
DETAILS: We are often preparing for our next performance at a senior center. Come to listen and sing along to the Beatles or Leonard Cohen or oldies from the ’40+’50’s. We have a great songbook! Extra instruments available if you’d like to play.
For questions, call (510) 620-6567

Read to a Dog at the West Side Library
2025-11-05 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | West Side Branch Library – 135 Washington Ave., 135 Washington Avenue, Richmond, CA, 94801, United States
Read to our little pal Maurice this fall! 1st Wednesdays October 1st and November 5th. For questions, or to secure a spot call (510) 620-6567.
For other library events see: www.Facebook.com/rplwestside

Point Richmond History: Kozy Kove
2025-11-05 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | West Side Branch Library – 135 Washington Ave., 135 Washington Avenue, Richmond, CA, 94801, United States
Learn some of the fascinating history of the Kozy Kove, a Pt. Richmond development along the bay in the 1920s to 1930s — bootlegging, entertainment, land grabs, and other shenanigans! Learn about the key players. Presented by James Chesareck– researcher and historian of Pt. Richmond’s lost Italian colony and lifelong resident whose family came to Pt. Richmond in 1912. In conversation with Jim Davis. For questions, call (510) 620-6567. For other library events see www.Facebook.com/rplwestside

Red Oak Victory & Richmond Museum End of Year Celebration
2025-11-08 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Richmond Galileo Club, 371 South 23rd Street, Richmond, CA, 94804, United States
Support our Ship and Museum with a celebration of our outstanding accomplishments in 2025 with food, drinks, and live music

2025 has been a great year for the Richmond Museum Association and for it’s member units Red Oak Victory historic ship and the Richmond Museum of History and Culture. You are invited to come celebrate this year’s great accomplishments on November 8 from 5 to 8 pm at the Richmond Galileo Club. We’ll have hors d’oeuvres by La Méditeranée available plus a no-host bar with cocktails, beer, and wine. The Nick Rossi Trio will entertain with live music from the 1930s- 50s. We’ll also hold a silent auction where you will be able to bid on historic artifacts, fine wines and spirits, tours, and sailing lessons among other offerings.
Tickets for this fundraisuer are $75 each and include admission to the event plus a selection of light foods and soft drinks. Or purchase an entire table for nine for just $500 (about a $10 discount per person after ticketing fees).
Volunteers from the Richmond Museum of History and the Red Oak Victory are eligible to purchase two tickets each at $50 per person.
Join us for an evening of lively conversation with friends new and old and help your favorite ship and museum celebrate a year of great accomplishments!

RICHMOND-SAN RAFAEL BRIDGE TRAIL 6TH ANNIVERSARY RIDE
2025-11-09 10:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
This event organized by Bike East Bay and Rich City Rides will celebrate the 6th anniversary of the trail AND protest the recent decision from Caltrans and the Bay Conservation and Development Commission to close the trail Mondays-Thursdays. Meet 10 AM at Richmond BART station. For details, see https://bikeeastbay.org/event/richmond-san-rafael-bridge-trail-6th-anniversary-ride/

Collage & Care: collage for adults!
2025-11-10 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | West Side Branch Library – 135 Washington Ave., 135 Washington Avenue, Richmond, CA, 94801, United States
Back by popular demand! Collage is a wonderful medium for bringing a sense of calm and play to our busy days. While you focus on collecting, sorting, cutting, and gluing paper, other anxieties are shifted away from our immediate attention. Each session will introduce new ideas about composition and color. You’ll be encouraged to experiment with materials (provided) and ideas.
For questions, call (510) 620-6567
About: Erin McCluskey is a third generation Richmond resident who works in painted paper collage, writing, paint, and found materials. Erin is a teaching artist with the 92nd Street Y in New York, Creativebug and the Richmond Art Center. In 2024, she published a book of her writing and photography, Dandelions, More at erinmccluskey.com

Watercolor Group at West Side Library
2025-11-13 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | West Side Branch Library – 135 Washington Ave., 135 Washington Avenue, Richmond, CA, 94801, United States
Join our new group of avid watercolorists — from experienced artists to newer ones exploring the medium. Sponsored by the Arts of Point Richmond (AOPR). 2nd and 4th Thursdays at the West Side Branch Library from 1:00 to 4:00 PM. For questions call (510) 620-6567 or email wsb_reference@ci.richmond.ca.us

Taste of Richmond
2025-11-15 13:00 - 17:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Craneway Pavilion, 1414 Harbour Way South, Richmond, CA, 94804, United States
Come celebrate Richmond’s 120th birthday in style! From fine dining to taco trucks, breweries to wine bars, Richmond is bringing the flavor!

Richmond Arts Fair & Words N Motion Show
2025-11-16 13:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Nevin Community Center, 598 Nevin Avenue, Richmond, CA, 94801, United States
Come enjoy food, interactive art booths; poetry, painting, & dance workshops; and a live show from local artists and youth performers.

Richmond Arts Fair & Words ‘N Motion Show: Art, Community, and Connection
The magic of creation lies in the mysterious force that drives one to dance, paint, write, speak, or manifest art in any form it begs to take. While each act of creation, no matter how minor, is worthy of personal satisfaction, the celebration of art as a whole would be nothing without community.

Free and open to all ages, our Words ‘N Motion Community Arts Fair is an event dedicated to sharing art and keeping it alive. It will feature a range of workshops, including those focused on dance, poetry, and body percussion. Food to purchase will also be available, along with interactive booths that encourage everyone’s inner artist to shine! The fair will close with the Words ‘N Motion show, highlighting local students and professional artists’ performances. The detailed schedule is as follows:

1:00pm – 3:00pm: Booths, arts workshops, and food
3:00pm – 5:00pm: Words ‘N Motion show with student and adult performances

Much like art allows us to inspire and innovate, community holds and unites us together; the glue we now need is you! Mark your calendars and invite family, friends, and art enthusiasts of all kinds. We are looking forward to crafting this masterpiece with you!

Special Saturday @West Side Library for Holiday Fair
2025-11-22 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | West Side Branch Library – 135 Washington Ave., 135 Washington Avenue, Richmond, CA, 94801, United States
We are open all day for another special Saturday! 10am to 5pm. We are celebrating the holiday fair sponsored by Arts of Point Richmond and other community groups. Open for regular library service–relax and use the library any time.
Craft activities for kids from 1:30 to 3:00pm.
For questions call (510) 620-6567
Holiday fair 12 to 4pm next door. Artisan crafts available for sale: jewelry, fused glass, paintings, prints and more! For holiday fair information check www.artsofpointrichmond.com

Nitro Turkey Thanksgiving Day 5K, 10K & Little Turkeys Runs
2025-11-27 08:30 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Point Pinole Regional Shoreline
RUNNING ON THANKSGIVING MORNING: THE NEW AMERICAN TRADITION!
There will be a 5K and 10K, as well as the Little Turkeys Race: a run for the kids (roughly 100 yards) against the Nitro Turkey. Children (10 and under) attending with 5K/10K runners will receive free entry into Little Turkeys and receive special medals and a goodie bag.
THANKSGIVING-THEMED COSTUMES (FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS) ARE HIGHLY ENCOURAGED! WALKERS WELCOME!
For details and to register, go to https://brazenracing.com/nitroturkey/?utm_source=Master+List&utm_campaign=59513beed5-starsandstripes2monthsout_2019_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_e0e8c6acf6-59513beed5-149000125

Point Richmond Turkey Shoot
2025-11-27 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Richmond Plunge, 1 E Richmond Ave., Richmond, CA, 94801, United States
