Eight Great Things to do in Richmond: music, theater, and Valentine's Day celebration options
◾ Check out Grandview Independent's top picks of this week's art, music, and great events in Richmond you won't want to miss!
Duane Patton & Mikelle Morgan @ The Factory Bar
Thursday, February 6
Special Musical Guest - Duane Patton & Mikelle Morgan will be bringing their big energy and smooth sounds to the Factory Bar from 6-8 p.m.
The Factory Bar (map) 12513 San Pablo Avenue Richmond, CA, 94805
Friday Night Out @ Windchaser Wine Co.
Music, food, drink, community, fun! First Friday Out! 4 to 8 p.m. 1352 S 49th St, Richmond, CA 94804
CALENDAR GIRLS @ Masquers Playhouse
February 7 - March 2
When Annie’s husband John dies of leukemia, she and best friend Chris resolve to raise money for a new settee in the local hospital waiting room. They manage to persuade four fellow Women’s Institute members to pose nude with them for an “alternative” calendar, with a little help from hospital porter and amateur photographer Lawrence. The news of the women’s charitable venture spreads like wildfire, and hordes of press soon descend on the small village of Knapeley in the Yorkshire Dales. The calendar is a success, but Chris and Annie’s friendship is put to the test under the strain of their newfound fame. Based on the true story of eleven older women who posed nude for a calendar to raise money for the Leukaemia Research Fund, Calendar Girls opened at the Chichester Festival Theatre and has since become the fastest-selling play in British theatre history.
Dates: February 7 through March 2, 2025 Times: Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets: $30 individual; $27 Senior/Student ($15 discount show on Thursday, February 13)
Masquers Playhouse | 510-232-3888 | info@masquers.org
JAMES FUNK @ Rigger's Loft Wine Co.
Friday, February 7, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Singer and guitarist James Funk sings British pop songs from the '60s, '70s, '80s, and '90s, with repertoire spanning from The Beatles and Squeeze to Crowded House to Coldplay. James is a wonderful performer and a Riggers Loft favorite!
Help Support Live Musicians - $5 Music Cover Charge
RESERVE A TABLE
Chess Club @ El Sobrante Library
Chess Club (for adults, seniors, teens, tweens) Come play chess every 2nd Saturday from 11-12 p.m. at El Sobrante Library. This event is for ages 10-100 but beginning chess skills are required as this is not an instructional class. Instructor TC Ball from West Coast Chess Alliance will referee each session.
4191 Appian Way El Sobrante
BANG THE BAY @ Baltic Kiss
BANG THE BAY (2ND SUNDAYS)
Sunday, February 9 Monthly on every second Sunday 12 p.m. - 6:30 p.m
Bang the Bay Presents Every Second Sunday at The Baltic Kiss!!!! Live music at noon, $10 Admission / $20 VIP* (*VIP includes a grab bag full of cool stuff! incl CD, pins, stickers, cookies and other new monthly gifts) Don't forget to try the amazing BBQ! 135 Park Pl, Richmond, CA 94801
Valentine's Day @ Lara's Fine Dining
Join us on Valentine's Day for the perfect romantic evening! Friday, February 14, 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. Lara’s Fine Dining Restaurant We are Richmond’s newest oceanside restaurant. Stunning Bay Area views and a sumptuous menu of fresh 🐠, premium 🥩, 🍷 1900 Esplanade Drive, Richmond, California 94804
Bubbles & Brunch, a Valentine's Sunday Brunch @ Garcia Event Space
Bubbles & Brunch, a Valentine's Sunday Brunch, celebrates the holiday again with loved ones. This special edition brunch benefits Richmond nonprofit Just Imagine KidZ. Join us for brunch, including two mimosas for $60 pp, and a whole lotta dance!
Who: “Bubbles & Brunch” Valentine’s Sunday Brunch Benefit.
What: A Valentine’s Sunday event benefiting the Richmond nonprofit Just Imagine KidZ. A $60 ticket includes brunch and two mimosas (more drinks available for purchase) benefiting the Richmond nonprofit Just Imagine KidZ. Entertainment will be provided by Andre Thierry.
Where: Garcia Event Space, 1420 Macdonald Ave. in Richmond.
When: Sunday, February 16, 2025 from 2-4 p.m.
Why: Ticket and raffle prize purchases support Just Imagine KidZ, an organization dedicated to empowering students with after-school and summer programs focused on Black History and Hispanic/Latinx History. The nonprofit also provides classes for educators, equipping them with the tools to integrate Black History and Hispanic/Latinx History into their year-round curriculum.
Tickets: $60 pp including two mimosas. Additional drinks and raffle prize tickets will also be available for purchase. Purchase tickets online here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/just-imagine-kidz-bubbles-and-brunch
Contact: Contact Tamara Shiloh at info@justimaginekidz.net. Website: www.justimaginekidz.net.
Visit www.justimaginekidz.net and purchase tickets here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/just-imagine-kidz-bubbles-and-brunch
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