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August 2022
 

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Colors:  Livermore - Pleasanton - Dublin - Bankhead Theater - Firehouse Arts Cemter - Other or multiple

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Continuous Events
Lvr History Center
Pls Museum

2022 

1
Sun:
06:11 -- 20:15
Moon:
09:53 -- 22:42

Intermediate World Series
     Games at 9:00, 12:00, 3:00, 6:00 

 

2
Sun:
06:12 -- 20:14
Moon:
10:54 -- 23:06

Intermediate World Series
     Games at 9:00, 12:00, 3:00, 6:00 

 

3
Sun:
06:13 -- 20:13
Moon:
11:57 -- 23:31

Intermediate World Series
     Games at 9:00, 12:00, 3:00, 6:00 

 

4
Sun:
06:14 -- 20:12
Moon:
13:03 -- 23:59

Intermediate World Series
     Games at 9:00, 12:00, 3:00, 6:00 

Lvr Farmers Market
     4:00pm to 8:00pm

 

5  Moon 1st Qtr
Sun:
06:14 -- 20:11
Moon:
14:12 -- xx:xx

Comedy of Errors
   Sparc Theater @ Darcie Kent

     7:30 

 

6
Sun:
06:15 -- 20:10
Moon:
15:24 -- 00:32

Intermediate World Series
     Games at:
     2:00 Int Championship
     5:00 US Championship 

Pls Farmers Market
     9:00 to 1:00  

Comedy of Errors
   Sparc Theater @ Darcie Kent

     7:30 

 

7
Sun:
06:16 -- 20:09
Moon:
16:37 -- 01:13

Lvr Farmers Market
     10:00 to 2:00pm

Niles Canyon Railroad
     10:30 to 2:30pm

Intermediate World Series
     Championship Game
     6:00pm

Comedy of Errors
   Sparc Theater @ Darcie Kent

     7:30 

 

8
Sun:
06:17 -- 20:08
Moon:
17:48 -- 02:03

 

9
Sun:
06:18 -- 20:07
Moon:
18:51 -- 03:05

 

10
Sun:
06:19 -- 20:06
Moon:
19:44 -- 04:16

 

11  Full Moon
Sun:
06:20 -- 20:04
Moon:
20:27 -- 05:33

Lvr Farmers Market
     4:00pm to 8:00pm

 

12
Sun:
06:20 -- 20:03
Moon:
21:03 -- 06:51

 

13
Sun:
06:21 -- 20:02
Moon:
21:33 -- 08:06

Pls Farmers Market
     9:00 to 1:00  

 

14
Sun:
06:22 -- 20:01
Moon:
22:00 -- 09:17

Lvr Farmers Market
     10:00 to 2:00pm

Niles Canyon Railroad
     10:30 to 2:30pm

Ravenswood Ice Cream Social
     12:00 to 4:00pm

 

15
Sun:
06:23 -- 19:59
Moon:
22:26 -- 10:24

 

16
Sun:
06:24 -- 19:58
Moon:
22:52 -- 11:30

An Afternoon (evening) with
   Samuel Bellamy
   Ed Kinney Speaker Series

     2:00pm & 7:00pm 

 

17
Sun:
06:25 -- 19:57
Moon:
23:19 -- 12:34

 

18  Moon Last Qtr
Sun:
06:26 -- 19:56
Moon:
23:50 -- 13:37

Lvr Farmers Market
     4:00pm to 8:00pm

 

19
Sun:
06:26 -- 19:54
Moon:
xx:xx -- 14:39

 

20
Sun:
06:27 -- 19:53
Moon:
00:24 -- 15:39

Pls Farmers Market
     9:00 to 1:00  

 

21
Sun:
06:28 -- 19:52
Moon:
01:04 -- 16:36

Lvr Farmers Market
     10:00 to 2:00pm

Duarte Garage Open
     10:00am to 2:00pm

Niles Canyon Railroad
     10:30 to 2:30pm

22
Sun:
06:29 -- 19:50
Moon:
01:51 -- 17:27

 

23
Sun:
06:30 -- 19:49
Moon:
02:43 -- 18:13

 

24
Sun:
06:31 -- 19:48
Moon:
03:40 -- 18:52

 

25
Sun:
06:32 -- 19:46
Moon:
04:40 -- 19:26

Lvr Farmers Market
     4:00pm to 8:00pm

 

26
Sun:
06:32 -- 19:45
Moon:
05:42 -- 19:55

GoodGuys RaceDeck West Coast Nationals
     8:00am to 5:00pm  

27  New Moon
Sun:
06:33 -- 19:43
Moon:
06:44 -- 20:22

Pls Farmers Market
     9:00 to 1:00  

GoodGuys RaceDeck West Coast Nationals
     8:00am to 5:00pm  

28
Sun:
06:34 -- 19:42
Moon:
07:46 -- 20:46

GoodGuys RaceDeck West Coast Nationals
     8:00am to 4:00pm  

Lvr Farmers Market
     10:00 to 2:00pm

Niles Canyon Railroad
     10:30 to 2:30pm

Ravenswood Tours
     12:00 to 4:00pm

Hagamann Ranch Open
     1:00pm to 4:00pm

 

29
Sun:
06:35 -- 19:40
Moon:
08:48 -- 21:10

 

30
Sun:
06:36 -- 19:39
Moon:
09:51 -- 21:35

 

31
Sun:
06:37 -- 19:37
Moon:
10:56 -- 22:02

 

Key:
Sun: rise -- set
Moon: rise -- set

See Notes on Sun / Moon
 

 

Other Months
January 2022 February 2022 March 2022 April 2022 May 2022 June 2022
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Other Calendar Information
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The information on this calendar was obtained from many sources, and many organizations.  Every attempt is made to provide accurate information.  Organizations sometimes make changes, and I am not always informed.  Please follow the "More Info" links to check for updates from the sponsoring organization.  If you find errors, please email webservant@eLivermore.com.

August 2022 Details

The following continuous events are not on the calendar above:
Livermore History Center  
Museum on Main St  

 

   
Little League® Intermediate (50/70) World Series

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eLivermore.com will be photographing all games of the
2022 Little League Intermediate World Series.

 

 


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July 31 to Aug 7

Sun-Sun

 

 

 

Little League® Intermediate (50/70) World Series
This is the 8th year of the Intermediate (50/70) World Series, and is being held in Livermore.
6 US and 6 International teams will come to Livermore for a double elimination tournament (prelim rounds) ending in the crowning of US and International Champions, who will play each other for the World Championship.
Sponsor: CA District 57 of the Little League
Location:  Max Baer Park, Livermore
Times:  See schedule below
Admission: Free
More info:  eLivermore.com World Series photos and information - includes full schedule, results, photos, and LOTs of detailed information.

 

Schedule to be added here later

 

Shakespeare's Associates - SPARC Theater Performances
 

 

 


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June 23 to Aug 7
 

 

Shakespeare's Associates - SPARC Theater Performances
Summer of Comedy

The 39 Steps
Directed by Cassidy Brown

Thursday, June 23 (Preview & Family Night)
Friday, June 24 (Preview & Family Night)
Saturday, June 25 (*Opening Night Benefit)
Friday, July 1
Saturday, July 2
Sunday, July 3
Friday, July 8
Saturday, July 9
Sunday, July 10

The 39 Steps is a fast-paced whodunit that takes Alfred Hitchcock’s movie by the same name and mixes in some theatrical magic to create a nonstop laugh riot. Four actors take on over 150 roles in this two-time Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning comedy directed by Cassidy Brown. “The 39 Steps” is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French, Inc. www.concordtheatricals.com

By Arrangement with Fiery Angel Limited The 39 Steps Adapted by Patrick Barlow From the novel by John Buchan From the movie by Alfred Hitchcock Licensed by ITV Global Entertainment Limited And an original concept by Simon Corble and Nobby Dimon

*Join us Saturday, June 25th for an opening night party with The 39 Steps! Picnic dinner, wine, raffle and a fund-the-need exclusive. $150 per ticket is a tax-deductible donation. Meet the artists and celebrate our re-opening on the new stage at Darcie Kent Vineyards.*

Life is a Cabernet

Directed by Jennifer Le Blanc
Musical direction by Lindsey Schmeltzer

Back by popular demand is Life is a Cabernet – the musical revue. This show, lovingly called ‘Shakespeare in the Vineyard Lite’, is a wild 90-minute ride filled with Bingo and the Bard, Scenes and Songs. Life is a Cabernet will be directed by Jennifer Le Blanc with musical direction by Lindsey Schmeltzer.

Sunday, June 26
Thursday, June 30
Thursday, July 7
Sunday, July 17
Friday, July 22
Sunday, July 31

The Comedy of Errors

By William Shakespeare
Directed by Domenique Lozano

Two years in the making, we are closing the season with Shakespeare’s The Comedy of Errors directed by Domenique Lozano (who previously directed the 2018 production of The Importance of Being Earnest) featuring many of the same actors from our COVID canceled 2020 production.

The Comedy of Errors follows the journey of two sets of twins separated during a shipwreck and the mishaps and hijinx that occur in their quest to reunite.

Friday, July 15 (Preview & Family Night)
Saturday, July 16
Saturday, July 23
Sunday, July 24
Friday, July 29
Saturday, July 30
Friday, August 5
Saturday, August 6
Sunday, August 7

Sponsor: Shakespeare & Prforming Arts Regional Company (SPARC)
Location:  Darcie Kent Vineyards, 7000 Tesla Road, Livermore
Times:   7:30pm
Admission: ~$38 to $58 (see their website).  $18 child;
More info: Shakespeare & Prforming Arts Regional Company (SPARC) - 925-443-2273
 

Ed Kinney Speaker Series - An Afternoon or Evening with Samual Bellamy


Firehouse Arts Center


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Aug 16
Tues

 

Aug 23
(virtual)

Ed Kinney Speaker Series - An Afternoon or Evening with Samuel Bellamy
Pirate Captain Samuel Bellamy—known as either “Black Sam” or “Robin Hood of the Seas” —fought for equality, liberty, and the Jacobite Revolution to restore Catholic Stuarts to the throne of Britain and Ireland. From his quarters on his ship The Whydah, Bellamy will share his philosophies, quest for vengeance, and his belief that every man, no matter how lowly born, can become a Prince of the World! Chautauqua Scholar Joey Madia will portray the famed captain.
Sponsor: Museum on Main (Amador-Livermore Vally Historical Society - ALVHS)
Location:  Firehouse Arts Center - 4444 Railroad Ave, Pleasanton
Times:  In person: 2:00pm and 7:00pm
Admission: In person: $25 General;  $20 Seniors (65+) & Students (with valid ID);  $10 Members
   Virtual Viewing (per screen): $20 General;  $15 Seniors (65+) & Students (with valid ID);  $10 Members
More info: www.firehousearts.org
 
GoodGuys RaceDeck West Coast Nationals


At the Fairgrounds

 

 


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Aug 26-28

Fri-Sun

GoodGuys RaceDeck West Coast Nationals
A "bucket list" destination of hot rodders across the country, this year's 35th Anniversary of the Goodguys West Coast Nationals presented by Flowmaster is scheduled to take place the weekend of August 26-28 at the Alameda County Fairgrounds in Pleasanton, CA and it promises to be better than ever! This big event also includes over 300 Vendor Exhibits, a huge Swap Meet & Cars 4 Sale Corral, Live Music Entertainment, Nitro Thunderfest Dragster Exhibition, Craft Beer Garden, Nightly Parties, a Model Car Show, Mini Engine Exhibit, a FREE Kids Zone and so much more! And, you don't want to miss the crowning of the 2022 Goodguys America's Most Beautiful Street Rod Award! For complete details and to register your vehicle or purchase tickets, visit www.good-guys.com. Goodguys... Cool Cars, Cool People, Good Times!
Sponsor: Goodguys Rod & Custom Association
Location:  Alameda County Fairgrounds, Pleasanton
Times:  Fri & Sat 8:00am to 5:00pm;  Sun: 8:00am to 4:00pm
Admission:   Adults: $25;  Youth 7-12 $10; Under 7 Free.   Parking $15.00 (Credit card or Pre-Purchase)
More info:   Goodguys Rod & Custom Association   or Fairgrounds web site
 
Farmer's Market (Livermore - Sunday)
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Every Sunday
Year Round


 

Livermore Farmer's - Sunday
The Livermore Sunday Farmers' Market is held rain or shine.
Closed some holidays
Sponsor: Livermore Farmer's Market
Location:  Second Street between J and L.
Times: 9:00am to 1:00pm
eLivermore Photos
More info: Contact: Livermore Downtown Association (925) 373-1795 or Livermore Farmer's Market
 
Farmer's Market (Livermore - Thursdays) and Thirsty Thursdays
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Every Thursday

Mid April to
Early Oct

Livermore Farmer's Market & Thirsty Thursdays
Fresh Produce, freshly baked bread, and much more are for sale.  There is also a variety of food for sale including Barbeque and kettle corn.  The History Center and Livermore Art Association Gallery are also open during the Farmer's Market hours.

The third Thursday of each month is Thirsty Thursday!
There will be wine tasting from local Wineries.
Local Bands will be playing, and arts and crafts will be on display.
Sponsor: Livermore Farmer's Market
Location:  Thursdays:  Carnegie Park, 2155 3rd Street
Times: Thursdays: 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm (Thirsty Thursdays portion is 5:00-8:00)
eLivermore Photos
More info: Contact: Livermore Downtown Association (925) 373-1795 or Livermore Farmer's Market

Thirsty Thursdays: Generally the 3rd Thursday of each month
 
Date Band Type of Music Wine Brew
         
         
         
         
         


 

Farmer's Market (Pleasanton)

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Every Saturday, rain or shine

 

 

 

Pleasanton Farmer's Market.
The Pleasanton Farmers' Market is open every Saturday, year-round, rain or shine to provide you and your family with the season's freshest fruits and vegetables, all California-grown and sold to you by the very farmers that planted, nurtured and harvested the crop.
West Angela St. is closed off between Main and 1st Streets.
Location: Corner of Main and West Angela.
Times: 9AM to 1PM.
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More info: Pls Farmers Mkt
Niles Canyon Railway.

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Feb-Mar
1st & 3rd Sundays

April-Aug
Every Sunday

Sept-Oct
1st & 3rd Sundays

 

Niles Canyon Railway.
Offers Train Rides through historic Niles Canyon on restored vintage trains, on the original transcontinental Railroad route.  Board the train in Sunol or Niles, and ride to the opposite end, then take the return trip when you are ready.
Location:  Downtown Sunol and Niles
Times: Departures TBD
Admission:  (prices as of 2021)
    Steam: $30 adults, $20 seniors & Children 3-12.
    Diesel: $30 adults, $20 seniors & Children 3-12.
eLivermore Photos.
More info: Niles Canyon Railroad
 

2022 dates

 
January (no trains) July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
February 6, 20 Aug 7, 14, 21, 28
March 6, 20 Sept 4, 18
April 3, 10, 17, 24 Oct 2, 23
May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Nov: Train of Lights (No daytime trains)
June 5, 12, 19, 26 Dec:  Train of Lights (No daytime trains)

 

Ravenswood Docent Tours

See eLivermore.com Photos

 

 

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2nd & 4th Sundays of each month.

Closed on:
Easter Sunday
Mother's Day
Sunday before/after Christmas

Ravenswood Docent Tours
Free Docent Tours are given of the Ravenswood Estate developed by Christopher Buckley, Sr in the 1880s.
Location: Ravenswood Historic Site, 2647 Arroyo Road, Livermore
Times: 12:00 to 4:00pm
2nd & 4th Sundays of each month.  See below for special events.
More info: LARPD

Photos & History
eLivermore.com has historical and recent photos of Ravenswood, as well as a written history.  Click Here
 
2022 Dates  
January 9, 23 July 10, 24
February 13, 27 Aug 14, 28 (14th is likely the ice cream social)
March 13, 37 Sept 11, 25
April 10, 24 Oct 9, 23
May 22 (Likely Closed May 8, which is Mother's Day) Nov 13, 27
June 12, 26 Dec (11th is Victorian Yuletide.  Not open on 25th)

Special Events
 

Date (preliminary)

  Event and Description.
August 14, 2021 Ice Cream Social.  Noon to 4:00pm - Photos
Ice Cream, cookies, and hot dogs are for sale.  Demonstrations, Music, and more.  Tours and Gift Shop are open.
December 11, 2021 Yuletide, A Victorian Christmas at Ravenswood.  Noon to 4:00pm
In December we are decorated for Christmas.  Lots of special events, crafts, and more.

 

Livermore Heritage Guild
   Livermore History Center Open
   Duarte Garage Open
   Hagemann Ranch Open


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Thurs, Sat, 1st two Sun

 

 

 

Livermore History Center Open
The Livermore History Center contains a variety is displays of Livermore's history as well as historical photos and other information.
Knowledgeable docents can answer your questions and provide you with information about Livermore's past.
Sponsor: Livermore Heritage Guild
Location:  Carnegie Building - 2155 Third Street, Livermore
Times: 
   Thursday: 11:30am to 4:00pm
   Saturday:  11:30am to 4:00pm
   First two Sundays of each month:  10:00am to 2:00pm
Admission: Free
More info: Livermore Heritage Guild

 

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Third Sunday Duarte Garage Open
Built in 1915, along the newly dedicated Lincoln Highway, the garage served as a gas station, service station, and a car dealership (in the south portion, added in 1923).
The garage was restored by the Livermore Heritage Guild, and provides a number of historical displays.
The restored LHG fire trucks (as seen in the Rodeo Parade each year) are housed there.
A number of events are hosted there each year including the LHG Annual General Meeting.
Sponsor: Livermore Heritage Guild
Location:  2010 Pine Street (Portola / North L / Pine). 
Times:  Third Sunday of each month: 10:00am to 2:00pm
Admission: Free
More info: Livermore Heritage Guild

 

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Last Sunday Hagemann Ranch Open
Today’s Hagemann Ranch is the last 4.5 acres of continuously operated ranch land from the original rancho el Valle de San José, a Mexican land grant applied for in 1835 by the children of José Joaquin Bernal. The original Rancho consisted of 48,000 acres encompassing much of present day Sunol, Pleasanton and the northwest section of Livermore.
A variety of equipment and vehicles are on display in the historic buildings.
Sponsor: Livermore Heritage Guild
Location:  455 Olivina Ave, Livermore (next to Hagemann Park
Times:  Last Sunday of each month (except July and December):  1:00pm to 4:00pm
Admission: Free
More info: Livermore Heritage Guild
Museum on Main Open

 


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Museum on Main Open
The Museum on Main contains a variety of displays of Pleasanton's past.
Sponsor: Museum on Main (Amador-Livermore Vally Historical Society - ALVHS)
Location:  Museum on Main, 603 Main Street, Pleasanton
Times:  Tuesday through Saturday 10:00am to 4:00pm
Admission: Free.  Donations Accepted.
More info:  Museum on Main Street at (925) 462-2766

 
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Livermore Library Events
Livermore Library Events

Sponsor: Livermore Library
Locations: See specific event for its location.
    Main (Civic Center) Library: 1188 S Livermore Ave.
    Rincon Branch: 725 Rincon Ave.
    Springtown Branch: 998 Bluebell Dr
Times:  See Table
Admission: Free.
More info: Livermore Library, 925 373-5500

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This photo also appears on Google Earth.

 

 

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